This week on Tent Talk, we are stoked to roll out yet another incredible pod from our Sydney trip with one of surf lifesaving’s most respected and enduring competitors Lizzie Welborn.

Exploding onto the scene as a 16-year-old, Lizzie nearly claimed an Australian Open board title before qualifying for her maiden Ironwoman Series in the very same year. From that moment on, she’s built a career defined by class, consistency and quiet dominance.

Widely regarded as one of the most prolific board paddlers of her era, an Australian representative, and one of the most consistent Ironwomen of her generation, the proud NSW athlete has stacked wins and podiums across every format the sport can throw at her. And she just keeps getting better with age.

Still chasing that career-defining victory, Lizzie remains one of the sport’s kindest and most friendly faces on the beach. Admired not just for her performances in the arena, but for the impact she’s making beyond it. Through her KaMana workshops, she’s doing powerful work in the wellness space, supporting and empowering young female athletes.

This is a conversation about longevity, resilience, purpose and what still drives one of the very best in the game.