Date Time Surf’s ripe to determine value of Western Australia’s waves For the first time, the World Surf League will hold one of its championship events at Rottnest Island and a researcher from The University of Western Australia wants to use the opportunity to determine the economic value of surfing in Western Australia. In addition to the long-established Margaret River Pro, the inclusion of Rottnest Island in the world tour is a major acknowledgement of Western Australia’s valuable coastal resources, as professional and recreational surfing provide significant economic benefits to the state. Surfing is an integral part of Australia’s way of life, with more than 2.5 million Australians reported to engage in the sport on a regular basis.