Bondi Surf Girls – Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions (“T&Cs”) apply to all rentals and storage services provided by Bondi Surf Girls (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By renting or storing equipment with us, you (“the customer,” “you,” or “the storer/renter”) agree to the following:

1. Equipment Rental

1.1 Eligibility

  • You must be 18 years or older to rent equipment.

  • A valid photo ID must be provided at the time of rental.

1.2 Responsibility for Loss/Damage

  • You are fully responsible and liable for any loss of, or damage to, rented equipment (surfboards, wetsuits, or other gear) from the moment you take possession until the equipment is returned.

  • Bondi Surf Girls may charge your nominated payment method for the cost of repair or replacement up to 21 days after the rental period ends.

1.3 Damage Costs (guideline)

  • Surfboard damage: up to AUD $350

  • Wetsuit damage: up to AUD $100

  • Bodyboard damage: up to AUD $150
    (We may charge more if replacement cost is higher.)

1.4 Late Returns

  • A late return fee of AUD $30 per item applies, plus AUD $30 per additional hour beyond the agreed rental period.

1.5 Refunds

  • No refunds are provided for early returns or unused time.

1.6 Assumption of Risk

  • Surfing carries inherent risks. By renting equipment, you accept full responsibility for your safety and the safety of your belongings.

  • You agree not to use equipment in unsafe or restricted conditions (e.g., outside flagged areas, dangerous surf conditions).

2. Surfboard Storage

2.1 Ownership & Responsibility

  • You declare that you own the board or gear being stored.

  • You remain fully responsible and liable for any loss, theft, or damage to your board or gear while it is stored.

2.2 Storage Facility Disclaimer

  • Bondi Surf Girls provides rack space in a back-garden facility. The space may be accessible to the public.

  • We provide a chain and lock, or you may use your own.

  • We are not a bailee nor a warehouseman; we do not take possession of your goods and we have no knowledge of what is stored beyond your surf gear.

2.3 Customer Duties

  • You are responsible for securing your board with the chain and lock provided (or your own lock).

  • Only surfboards and related items may be stored.

  • Racks must be kept tidy and safe for shared use.

2.4 Default & Abandonment

  • If fees remain unpaid for more than 42 days, we may enter the storage space, remove your goods, and dispose of or sell them to recover costs.

  • If goods appear unsafe, perishable, or valueless, we may remove and dispose of them immediately.

3. Payments & Cancellations

  • All rentals and storage services must be prepaid.

  • No refunds for unused time or early pickup.

  • Monthly storage plans can be cancelled anytime before the next billing cycle.

4. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Bondi Surf Girls harmless from all claims, losses, damages, and expenses arising from your use of rental equipment or storage services, including injury to yourself or others.

5. Governing Law

These T&Cs are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.