He will be joined by fellow Billabong surfer and model Ellie-Jean Coffey at the Port Central Saltwater Wine surf shop from midday, for a huge day of free in-store activities.

The shop will feature an island style tiki-hut with tropical slushies, popcorn and free gifts with every Billabong purchase.

Parkinson is one of the most talked about surfers in the world, and he jets in to Port before he heads to Hawaii for his world title showdown with 11-time world champion surfer, Kelly Slater.

Parkinson will be signing posters and happy to pose for photos or share a handshake and a chat