Brian Kiss von Soly awaits a favourable wind shift so he can continue his kite-surfing world record attempt

Matthew Kelly
Updated February 1 2021 - 10:03am, first published 5:30am
The life of Brian: Brian Kiss von Soly testing his equipment at Merewether Beach on Sunday. He is waiting for favourable winds to allow him to continue his journey. Picture: Jonathan Carroll
The life of Brian: Brian Kiss von Soly testing his equipment at Merewether Beach on Sunday. He is waiting for favourable winds to allow him to continue his journey. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

There are easier ways to get to Melbourne but for Brian Kiss von Soly speed and comfort are not the main objective.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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