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The Sun
Sydney, 5 September 1933, page 3.

A new type of surf shooter called a surf ski has been constructed at Cronulla by Mr. J. Toyer. and Dr. Crackenthorpe, both .members of Cronulla Surf Club.
It is claimed by the inventors that the new craft which is half-canoe and half-surfboard can ride the biggest breaker without capsizing and can be handled after very little practice.

Trove
1933 'ALL KEEN', The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954), 5 September, p. 3. (FINAL EXTRA), viewed 23 Dec 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article229148650
The St George Call
Kogarah, 15 September 1933, page 5.
SWIMMING
...
Although up to tlie present we have had no notable gains amongst the senior members, the junior members arc very promising and it. would not be a surprise to see an Australian junior title come this way.
I refer in particular to our junior boat crew, who have had a seasoirs experience and. will have great opportunity to be coached by our genial surf boat captain, Jack Toyer, ably assisted by his boating confreres.
However, Jack Tover has not been idle in the winter months, as can be seen by the publicity that his new "surf ski" has been given. Assisted by Dr. Crackenthorp, also a member of the Cronulla Club, he has constructed a new type of surf shooter which is half-canoe
and half-surfboard and which is claimed to be able to ride the biggest breaker without capsizing..
I, however, cannot vouch for the latter statement as I happened to see our club captain, Rupe Michaelis, try to stand up on one as it rode in on a breaker last Sunday week after the annual meeting.
However, prospective purchasers should not be disappointed because I am told they can be handled effectively after very little practice.

Trove
1933 'SWIMMING', The St George Call (Kogarah, NSW : 1904 - 1957), 15 September, p. 5. , viewed 23 Dec 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232210303
The Argus
Melbourne, Saturday 28 October 1933, page 7.
 
PADDLE-BOARDS FOR LIFE SAVING.

Adopted by the Los Angeles County Lifeguards, these boards, shaped like ordinary heavy surfboards, are very light, constructed like an aeroplane wing, and can be propelled over the water at a high rate of speed. 
They have proved highly successful for life-saving use, as any number of men can be rushed out to where needed in a fraction of the time
taken to swim or go by boat. 
Each board will carry two people with case.
Trove
1933 'PADDLE-BOARDS FOR LIFE SAVING.', The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956), 28 October, p. 7, viewed 1 March, 2013, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article11705810
The Sydney Morning Herald
Monday 27 November 1933 page 15.
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The programme included a march past, Junior surf, rescue and resuscitation, surf boat, beach flag relay, open surf and teams races.
In addition Dr S Crackanthorp formerly of Manly Club and J Toyer boat captain of Cronulla Club give a very interesting and thrilling demonstration of the new surf skis of which they are the joint inventors.
The Daily News
Perth, WA, Saturday 25 November 1933, page 28.

Pegg'sOwn Corner
How to Use a Surfboard

Dear Sunshiners
Last Monday morning I had just arrived at the front door of the of fice when I noticed Sunshine making his way down the passage. It is nothing unusual to see him walking down the passage, but on this particular morning he wasn't walking at his ordinary pace, in fact every stride seemed to pain him.
I soon overtook Sunshine, and I saw by his red face that he had spent the week-end at the beach.
'Hello, Sunshine!' I greeted him as cheerfully as I could, 'I hope you enjoyed your swim yesterday, and I also hope you are in the best of health.
' Noio instead of a happy reply this is what I got— 'Huh! except for a face which is so red that it seems at any moment going to burn up, a sore toe from kicking a rock, a pair of legs which are as stiff as boards from doing too much run ning and a rattling headache, I am enjoying the best of health.'*
Then I told him that he had to write in the letter how to use a surf board.
What a glare I got!
He said some unkind person had run over him with a surf board the previous day, and he could still feel the effects.
However, he gave way and here you are.
'Well, Shiners, learning the art of using a surf board is ever so simple.
All you have to do is wait until a suitable wave is about up to your legs, then jump forward with the board underneath you.
Now if you find the wave is passing you, kick out until you are once again a little ahead of it.
The main thing to remember is to jump at the right moment and to choose the right kind of wave.
If you are just learning DON'T at tempt to come in on a big wave, for there is every chance you will be just churned up and finish with a sand-scraped nose and a few mouthfuls of nice fresh salt water.
By the way, if you hire a surf board and come sweeping down a wave and finish up on the bottom with a broken surf board, just take the board back and ask for a new one, the same as a parachutist I read about recently who jumped from the machine and the parachute failed to open.
Of course you all know what he did — took it back and asked for a new one.
Now I must say cheerio, for Peg has something more to say to you.'
Sunshine seems to have been talking rather too much, don't you think?
Before I close I must remind you that you can send in any short stories or jokes and also that new Sunshiners are always welcome.
Lots and lots of fun,
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954)
Monday 11 December 1933 page 15.

SURF CARNIVAL.
BONDI LIFE-SAVING CLUB.
SKILFUL BOAT CREWS

The canoe race gave the onlookers some exciting moments as the frail craft battled with the breakers.
A number of surf skis participated but ia led to make sufficient headway against wind and water  the more orthodox cinoes gaining the decision.
...
Results –
…
Surf Lifesaving Board Rescue - Palm Beach A  (K. Hunter and N. Webster)

The Sydney Morning Herald
Wednesday 6 September 1933, page 17.

SURF LIFE-SAVING.
The council of the Surf Life Saving Association of Australia met last night at Manufacturers' House.
...
Mr. R. Michaelis invited the gear committee to visit Cronulla and inspect a "surf-ski," which he described as a cross between a canoe and a surf board, which seemed to possess great possibilities for life saving purposes.

Trove
1933 'SURF LIFE-SAVING.', The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), 6 September, p. 17. , viewed 18 May 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article17004725
The Sydney Morning Herald
Wednesday 19 September 1933, page 15.
SURF LIFE-SAVING.
CRONULLA CLUB.

The "surf ski" which Mr Toyer invented, promises to be a useful innovation among surfers.
The device is half canoe and half surf-board and it is claimed by the inventor that it will ride the biggest breaker without capsizing, and with a minimum of practice.

Trove
1933 'SURF LIFE-SAVING. CRONULLA CLUB.', The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), 19 September, p. 15. , viewed 18 May 2016, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article17008123
The St George Call
Kogarah, 22 September 1933, page 5.
LIFE-SAVING
...
An interesting piece of news, is in respect of the new Surf-ski invented by Cronulla's Surf Boat Captain, Jack Toyer.
Following upon an inclusive interview with him he stated that World patents have been granted in respect thereto, from the head office of the Patents Department at Canberra F.C.T.
This will thus prevent any intrusion or attempted improvement on the part of others without the inventor's consent.
It is pleasing therefore to see that this step has been taken because the popularity and usefulness of the Surf-Ski will soon be more than proved.
He has also entered into a contract with Fox Movietone News (Aust.) Ltd., to film the Surf-Ski itself, in action and in mock race.
This will take place at Palm Beach on Sunday week, following upon a request from thc film company.
The reason for these films being 'shot' at Palm Beach is because of the fact that the surf and the headlands are considered much more suitable to gain vivid action pictures.
The Surf-Ski itself is 9ft long, with beam 2ft 3ins and 6ins deep.
It also has a 12inch spring in the keel and a hollow deck which puts the centre of gravity low in the boat thus making the balancing quite easy.

Trove
1933 'LIFE-SAVING.', The St George Call (Kogarah, NSW : 1904 - 1957), 22 September, p. 5. , viewed 23 Dec 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232210404
The West Australian
Perth, Friday 22 September 1933, page 24.


THE SURF SKI

It is claimed that the surf ski, seen in action at Sydney,
can ride any sea, and is easy to handle.
It weighs 351b. and can be carried on the roof of a car.




Trove
1933 'THE SURF SKI.', The West Australian (Perth, WA : 1879 - 1954), 22 September, p. 24. , viewed 18 May 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article33330085
The Sun
Sydney, 22 October 1933, page 15.
SURF CLUBS along the COAST
by G. Simon
...
Captain Jack Toyer, who has been very busy with his new surf ski, has now successfully carried out his contract, and Fox Movietone News (Aust.), Ltd., had the honor of shooting a film of the craft in action at Bondl last Sunday.
Ably assisted by several colleagues, he proved that this invention stands over and above surf boards and canoes in the surf.

Trove
1933 'SURF CLUBS along the COAST', The Sun (Sydney, NSW : 1910 - 1954), 22 October, p. 15. , viewed 23 Dec 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article229149782
The St George Call
Kogarah, 27 October 1933, page 6.
NORTH CRONULLA CLUB.
(By "Amos.")

Surfers flocked to North Cronulla during last week-end and were rewarded with a remarkably clear and good surf.
Surf boards were popular, and J. Toyer, the inventor of the "surf ski," gave a demonstration on Sunday, morning, on some really good waves.

Trove
1933 'NORTH CRONULLA CLUB.', The St George Call (Kogarah, NSW : 1904 - 1957), 27 October, p. 6. , viewed 23 Dec 2016, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232210948
The St George Call
Kogarah,  27 October 1933, page 6.
CRONULLA SURF L.S. CLUB
...
It is also pleasing to see the "surf ski" so prominent before the public eye and judging from the widespread demand for it, it will be a great boom for the Cronulla Club.
Another surf club member who has done as much work as the others in getting the surf ski constructed is Bruce King, a particularly enterprising boat-builder.
This young man displays a great knowledge of boat-craft and it is fortunate that he has been in a position to impart to other members his knowledge.

Trove
1933 'CRONULLA SURF L.S. CLUB.', The St George Call (Kogarah, NSW : 1904 - 1957), 27 October, p. 6. , viewed 23 Dec 2016, http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article232210957
The Sydney Morning Herald
Monday 27 November 1933, page 15.
SURF LIFE-SAVING.
BONDI'S CLUB'S CARNIVAL.
BRONTE WINS MARCH PAST.
The first surfing carnival of the season was held on Saturday, when in conjunction with the Health Week committee, the Bondi Surf and Lite Saving Club held a carnival at Bondi Beach.
The competitors were restricted to clubs within the municipallty of Waverley, these being Bronte, Bondi, North Bondi, Tamarama and Clovelly.
...
In addition Dr S. Crackanthorp, formerly of Manly Club, and J. Toyer, boat captain of Cronulla Club, gave a very interesting and thrilling demonstration of the new surf skis of which they are the joint inventors.
...
When proceedings commenced the surf was fairly calm but it freshened considerably as the afternoon progressed and helped to provide thrills for the onlookers especially in the surf boat race.

Trove
1933 'SURF LIFE-SAVING.', The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), 27 November, p. 15. , viewed 18 May 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article17027484
Illawarra Mercury
Wollongong, Friday 8 December 1933, page 12.
THE SURF
...
CORRIMAL CLUB.
(By Shark.)
...
Our secretary has just received word that the 'Surf Ski' stunters will be down for sure on the 23rd December, the day of our carnival, and a record crowd is expected to be in attendance.

Trove
1933 'CORRIMAL CLUB.', Illawarra Mercury (Wollongong, NSW : 1856 - 1950), 8 December, p. 12. , viewed 18 May 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article132436623
The Sydney Morning Herald
Monday 11 December 1933, page 15.
SURF CARNIVAL.
BONDI LIFE-SAVING CLUB.
SKILFUL BOAT CREWS.

The annual surf carnival of the Bondi Life saving Club held at Bondi Beach on Saturday provided the large number of spectators with plenty of thrills and a touch or two of comedy.
A stiff southerly which blew steadily throughout the afternoon under an overcast sky made things uncomfortable both for spectators and competitors and raised a choppy and confused sea which severely tested the skill and stamina of swimmers and boats crews.
...
The canoe race gave the onlookers some exciting moments as the frail craft battled with the breakers.
A number of  "surf skis" participated, but failed to make sufficient headway against wind and water, the more orthodox canoes gaining the decision.
Trove
1933 'SURF CARNIVAL.', The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954), 11 December, p. 15. , viewed 18 May 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article17031492
Mirror
Perth,  30 December 1933, page 5.
Surfo Planes
A SURFING NOVELTY

'Surfo Planes,' the latest in surfing accessories and the crase of the Sydney beaches, have been introduced to the West by Mr. O. S. Laces of the Astoria Tea rooms, North Cottesloe.
These are small rafts of inflated rubberised duck, weigh only about three pounds and will support four men easily.
There is no danger from knocks in collision.
Surfo planes will be on hire at Cottesloe and North Cottesloe throughout the season.
Exhibitions will be given daily during the holidays.

Trove
1933 'Surfo Planes', Mirror (Perth, WA : 1921 - 1956), 30 December, p. 5. , viewed 02 Jun 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article75728457
The Courier-Mail
Brisbane, Monday 2 April 1934, page 11.
LIFE SAVERS' BUSY DAY
Rescues at Burleigh
FOUR CLUBS AT WORK

BURLEIGH HEADS, April 1.
Spectators at the surf carnival this afternoon were provided with plenty of thrills, when spectacular rescues were effected a short distance from where the surf competition was being held.
The members of four surf life-saving clubs participated in the rescues, and splendid work was done by C. A. Burcher, of Corinda, on his surf ski, a new contrivance for shooting the breakers.
On one occasion when Mr. Burcher went to the assistance of four men who were being swept out to sea, three reels were brought into use, and the surf boat was rushed to the aid of those in the water.
Fortunately the services of the boat were not required, Mr. Burcher and the life-savers were able to bring the men to safety.

Trove
1934 'LIFE SAVERS' BUSY DAY', The Courier-Mail (Brisbane, Qld. : 1933 - 1954), 2 April, p. 11. , viewed 18 May 2016,
http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article1185375
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