Story: Lifesaving and surfing
The main surfing locations in the South Island are shown here. Beaches near Dunedin and Invercargill have some of the most extreme surfing conditions in New Zealand, with icy water, very large waves at some places, and a reputation for sharks.
Source: Mike Bhana, New Zealand surfing guide. Rev. ed. Auckland: Reed, 2004
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