Endless summer

IT will be more than just the skaters getting on boards today to support the South Newcastle Beach skate park.

SKATING is more than just a sport. It has its own culture and is a legitimate form of expression, veteran skaters say.

hit The creative types behind eye-wear manufacturer Arnette relaunched the brand with a movie called In Stereo, featuring Australia's best surfers riding waves all around the country. Apparently, Arnette sunglasses are very popular with the SSS crowd - that's surfers, skaters and snowboarders for those unfamiliar with the acronym.

AUSTRALIA'S skateboarding community is divided - and it has nothing to do with an irate priest.