Gem Socials

@gemsocials

📲 Connecting the digital dots 👍 Socials & marketing for good 📍 Port Macquarie & Sydney NSW 💡Brand community storytelling
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11 days ago
Five FULL days of shooting, running, laughing, chasing light, chasing talent… and two full days later and we’re still sifting, editing, captioning, refining, posting… supplying print and news media… and honestly just reliving festival moments all over again. I didn’t get to go on the JetSki this year- the surf was absolutely pumping so even if we were allowed, James or Ed were going to take that task for the team! Huge shoutout to our incredible media team who absolutely sent it behind the lens. Long days, tired feet, full memory cards and a whole lot of passion. For people who don’t usually step out from behind the lens, we actually have a fair few media snaps this time around, I guess because Tall Paul @ikemanmedia loves a good (tall) selfie and @lindiekolver has a knock for sneaky shots;) Somewhere along the way, words like huzzah, rippin’, gnarly shredding and sending it have firmly entered our vocab… and my kids have already decided they’re ‘hundo percent entering next year’. They’ve since helped sift through results and footage as they remembered each and every surfer and skater - which is coming in very handy collating the results with the content for each post. There’s something about the Ride the Wave crew… the athletes, the judges, the announcer #goldentonsil, the comp directors, the volunteers… It’s the vibe of the thing really. Laid back, welcoming, just a really good crew to be around. Thanks for having us Erin and Rob @makeadifferencepmq 💛 More to come… still digging through the gold that is RTW! @brontemcallister and @tayahzapata - I am determined to find a pic of you both! #FestivalForADifference @sportivemediaportmac @ikemanmedia @lighthousesportsphotography @lindiekolver @brontemcallister @portmacslscyouthhq @james_cockshutt09 @tayahzapata Charlie & Ruby
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1 month ago
Massive congrats to Avalon Enfield taking out the win with a solid 11.90 in the final 👏 Finding that one good wave and making it count “I was like… this one could be it” 💥 Backed by improving conditions and a whole lot of support from the beach, Avalon delivered when it mattered most And true to form, straight back to cheering on the other girls “I’m just proud of all the other girls… they all surf so amazing” 💛 Final results: 🥇 1st Avalon Enfield (11.90) @avalon_enfield 🥈 2nd Avalon Vowels (10.20) 🥉 3rd Chelsea Darling (9.24) 🏅 4th Lily McCaull (7.50) Such a fun final and an epic showcase of talent across the division Big thanks to our sponsors Port Macquarie, John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader, and to contest directors Samba Mann (@samba_mann ) and Sean Cummins (@sean_cummins1991 ) Proudly part of #FestivalForADifference supporting Make A Difference PMQ 💛 📸 @lighthousesportsphotography 🎥 @ikemanmedia 🎬 @gemsocials #RideTheWave #SurfComp #GirlsWhoSurf #FutureStars PortMacquarie
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1 month ago
It’s really fun and the vibe’s really good… I love the waves and the music” 🌊🎶 That pretty much says it all. Massive congrats to Pearl Eaton taking out theUnder 16 Girls final of the Ride the Wave Surf Pro with a winning score of 9.50 👏 Travelling all the way from the far south coast and making the most of every moment, from pumping conditions to surfing with her mates. Final results: 🥇 1st Pearl Eaton (9.50) 🥈 2nd Victoria Ivory (4.90) 🥉 3rd Shelby O’Rourke (3.50) 🤙 Jazz Kennedy Fun waves, good vibes, great crew. That’s what it’s all about 🙌 Big thanks to our sponsors Port Macquarie, John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader, and to contest directors Samba Mann (@samba_mann ) and Sean Cummins (@sean_cummins1991 ) Proudly part of #FestivalForADifference supporting Make A Difference PMQ 💛 🎥 @ikemanmedia 🎬 @gemsocials #RideTheWave #SurfComp #GirlsWhoSurf #FutureStars #FestivalForADifference
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1 month ago
Noah Kornek put on a clinic in the U14 Boys final, taking the win with a huge 15.97 👏 Three days of competition, backed by his biggest supporters “Thanks mum, thanks dad” 💛 From packing up the camper to coaching on the sidelines, this one was a full family effort and it paid off in style Final results: 🥇 1st Noah Kornek (15.97) @noah_kornek 🥈 2nd Bede Cant (14.17) 🥉 3rd Beau Hall (7.77) 🏅 4th Makoa Tischler (7.00) Such a fun comp and serious talent across the board. These groms are next level 💥 Big thanks to our sponsors Port Macquarie, John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader, and to contest directors Samba Mann (@samba_mann ) and Sean Cummins (@sean_cummins1991 ) 🙌 Proudly part of #FestivalForADifference supporting Make A Difference PMQ 💛 📸 @lighthousesportsphotography 🎥 @ikemanmedia 🎬 @gemsocials #RideTheWave #SurfComp #Future
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1 month ago
Day 2 Ride the Wave Surf Pro 🌊 We’re back at it down here at Town Beach for Day 2 of the Ride the Wave Surf Pro On the mic with the man himself @sean_cummins1991 🎤 and grom Jet Dean giving us the lowdown on today’s conditions 👀 Looking fun out there with plenty of opportunity to throw down. Come on down and catch the action live or tune in via LiveHeats 🤙 YEW! 📍 Town Beach 🤙 #FestivalForADifference Massive thanks to our Surf Pro sponsors: @surfing_nsw @surfingnsw @gowingspacifictrader @johnoxleymotors #ridethewavefestival #surfpro #surflife #townbeach #midnorthcoast #groms #supportlocal #australiansurfing
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1 month ago
This year’s #RideTheWave High School Surf Pro Junior Boys division did not disappoint 🔥 With teams travelling from up north in Coffs and down south in Bulli, the level of surfing was next level — and they absolutely ripped in the final. Big turns, smart wave selection and plenty of standout moments made for an epic showdown. A huge congratulations to all teams who gave it their all in the water 👏 🥇 1st – St John Paul College Team 3 🥈 2nd – Bulli High School Team 1 🥉 3rd – Camden Haven High School 🏅 4th – St Joseph’s Regional College 👏 Massive thanks to our sponsors Port Macquarie Hastings Council, John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader for making it all possible. 🙌 Shoutout to all the schools, parents and supporters, and to our Contest Director Samba Mann, Sean Cummins and their team for delivering an epic comp. 🎥 @gemsocials 📷 @lindiekolver @samba_mann @sean_cummins1991
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1 month ago
This year’s #RideTheWave High School Surf Pro Junior Girls division brought the energy 💥 With plenty of talent in the water and great conditions, the girls put on an incredible display of skill, confidence and progression across the final. A huge congratulations to all teams who competed and represented their schools so well 👏 🥇 1st – Bulli High School 🥈 2nd – St John Paul College Team 2 🥉 3rd – MacKillop College PMQ Team 2 🏅 4th – MacKillop College PMQ 🏅 5th – St John Paul College Team 1 👏 Massive thanks to our sponsors Port Macquarie Hastings Council, John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader for making it all possible. 🙌 Shoutout to all the schools, parents and supporters, and to our coordinators Samba Mann, Sean Cummins and their team for delivering such a great comp. 📷 Charlie & Ruby – MacKillop College 🎥 @gemsocials 🤙 #RideTheWave #FestivalForADifference @sean_cummins1991 @samba_mann
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1 month ago
This year’s #RideTheWave High School Surf Pro wrapped up with an epic Boys Open division 🔥 With solid conditions and a stacked field of talent, the final delivered big turns, clean lines and serious competition right to the buzzer. A huge congratulations to all teams who competed and put on an incredible showcase of junior surfing. 🥇 1st – Xavier College Ballina 🥈 2nd – Newman Senior College Team 1 🥉 3rd – St Clare’s Taree 🏅 4th – Bulli High School 👏 Massive thanks to our sponsors Port Macquarie Hastings Council, John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader for making it all possible. 🙌 Shoutout to all the schools, parents and supporters, and to our Contest Director Samba Mann, co organiser Sean Cummins and their team for delivering a world-class event. 🎥 @gemsocials 📷 @lindiekolver 🤙 #RideTheWave #FestivalForADifference @samba_mann @sean_cummins1991
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1 month ago
Day 1 of the High School Surf Pro is ON, and these legends are fuelled up and ready to go… plus counting down to see Mr Smith and his band play live on Saturday 🎸 (and for those playing at home, Mr Smith’s band is @dirtycoverz 🤙) 🎟️ $10 tickets for the Ride the Wave Music Festival - check out the full line-up and purchase tickets online now at ridethewavefestival.com.au! All for the #FestivalForADifference Proudly supported by John Oxley Motors, Surfing NSW and Gowings Pacific Trader
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1 month ago
🎟️ DON’T MISS OUT - TICKETS ON SALE - Live and Local on the festival stage, Saturday 28 March 🎶 With Chinwag @chinwagband and Royal Chant @royalchantau leading a lineup packed with local and regional acts, it’s set to be one of those classic Saturday Port Macquarie arvos - good tunes, good people, and a great excuse to get down to the beach. From 12pm–6pm, the Ride the Wave festival stage will be serving up a full afternoon of live and local music, with a bar and food stalls keeping everyone sorted while the bands do their thing. Tickets are only $10 and available now via our website, with all proceeds going to @makeadifferencepmq . A big thanks to our music sponsors and supporters for helping make it happen: @triplemmidnorthcoast @johnoxleymotors @menandwomenatwork @coastal_hire Proudly sponsored by @pmhcouncil and @portmacquarie 🤙 #ridethewavefestival #FestivalForADifference 🗓️ March 24th-28th, 2026 📍 Birpai Country #FestivalForADifference #RideTheWave #RTW2026 RideTheWave2026 MAD LiveAndLocal LocalMusic LocalArtists MakeADifference Festival PortMacquarieNSW DestinationNSW ILovePortMacquarie TourismNSW MidNorthCoast MidNorthCoastNSW Surf SurfComp Skate SkateComp
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1 month ago
The legends from @gemsocials are returning for their fourth year to showcase Ride the Wave to the world! They play a huge role in helping us share the festival story, build momentum, and connect our amazing community. If you see one of them at the event you can help them out by doing an interview, getting them a coffee, or offering them a comfy spot for a quick nap... it’s a big week for the team! 🤙 #ridethewavefestival #FestivalForADifference 🗓️ March 24th - 28th, 2026 📍Birpai Country #RideTheWave2026 #RideTheWave #RTW2026
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