The organisers of the Ross Taylor Surf Contest 2012 are urging locals to enter this charitable event taking place on the weekend of August 10 to 12.

The contest is in memory of surfer Ross Taylor who died in 2010 after losing his battle against cancer.

"Over the past three years all expectations in terms of funds raised and entries to the event, have been exceeded, and this is only thanks to a dedicated committee of loyal friends and supporters, who give so freely and voluntarily to make this event happen," explained Nicky Goodall, event committee member.

“The annual entries to the contest have grown from a mere 70 entrants to a record 215 contestants in 2011, making this the largest entered surf contest in South Africa", explained Goodall.

For further information contact Nicky Goodall on 083 412 4598 or Brett Staegemann on 082 962 2703.