Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate has publicly dismissed Mick Fanning’s opinion on the proposed cruise ship terminal planned for development inside the South Stradbroke Broadwater. “For Every Mick Fanning that comes out I can find a high-profile surfer to say it’s a fantastic idea. You can be the best surfer, diver, artist – I’m happy for you – but I will be listening to the people that matter.” claimed Tate. In a region where surfing contributes up to $3.3 billion to the local economy each year, Mick IS a person that matters. Read more about the proposal that could potentially harm the Gold Coast’s premier surf spots here>>
