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SMITH PREPARING FOR SUMMER OF SURF FINAL

Hunter-bred ironwoman Eliza Smith is hoping to maintain her place in the top 10, when she heads to Sydney for the final round of the Summer of Surf Series.

“I’m hoping for a top three finish this weekend, always a hard event, especially come the final. Everyone will be there and it’ll be an exciting weekend no matter what,” she said.

Earlier this week, the Gold Coast-based athlete took part in a trial of safety vests and helmets for the sport – and it wasn’t all smooth sailing.

Following the Summer of Surf, Smith will prepare for the state and national titles.

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Mitchell Hughes

Mitchell Hughes started as a tape editor in Newcastle in 1999. He became a reporter in 2004, working in Lismore and on the Gold Coast. Since moving back to the Newcastle office in 2006, he's taken on various roles, such as producer and chief of staff. He became the head sport reporter in 2011 and the main sport presenter in 2015.

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