The Stories Behind Cronulla’s Surfing Heritage
In this special episode of the Cronulla RSL Friends By the Beach Podcast, we explore the people, places and moments that have shaped Cronulla’s surfing culture.
Joe Glendenning reflects on the influence of the USA Lifeguards, Greg Noll, Southside Malibu and the importance of protecting our coastline. Photographer Tim Vanderlaan takes us behind the lens, sharing his experiences with 35mm film, custom-built water housings and decades of capturing Cronulla’s waves and surfers. John Veage, founding Life Member of Cronulla Boardriders and longtime local photographer, reflects on documenting the Sutherland Shire and his passion for preserving Cronulla’s surfing heritage.
Together, their stories reveal how Cronulla’s surf culture evolved and why preserving its history matters for future generations.
Listen below, or tune in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
There’s more to discover beyond the podcast. We’ve created a dedicated page celebrating Cronulla’s rich surfing heritage, featuring the stories of Joe Glendenning, Tim Vanderlaan and John Veage, along with photographs, memorabilia and the history behind the people and places that shaped our local surf culture.
Explore the stories, discover the collection and learn more about the history that continues to define Cronulla.
Visit our dedicated page: https://www.cronullarslcommunity.com.au/surfhistory