Irvine, CA--(June 10, 2008)--Billabong is proud to announce its continued sponsorship of pro snowboarder sensation Jamie Anderson, re-signing a multi-year contract.

This year Jamie Anderson proved to be without a doubt one of the most talented female snowboarders on the competition circuit. She rides with unmatched style and precision at every event. Her highest accolades include claiming her second Women’s Slopestyle Gold Medal at Winter X Games and winning the 2007/2008 TTR Women’s Title.

“We are so excited to continue our relationship with Jamie”, says Billabong Brand Director, Candy Harris. “Last season was amazing ending with her TTR win, we are looking forward to a strong season from her next year.”

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Investors charge into Billabong stock

18Oct06

TWO foreign financial groups have upped their stake in Gold Coast surf giant Billabong.

US-based FMR Corporation and Bermuda-based FIL, acting for more than 80 investment companies worldwide, have snapped up more than two million shares in the Burleigh Heads company in on-market trades since mid-September.

The shares were bought at prices between about US$10.80 ($14.33) and US$11.20 ($14.86).

Billabong shares closed yesterday at $15.45, down 22c.

Both FMR and FIL, which are advisers to the investment companies, are controlled by Edward C. Johnson and the trades take the investors' stake in Billabong to 6.04 per cent, an increase of 1 per cent.

Canadian Matts Kuli Wins the Billabong Slopestyle Jam at Snow Park, Wanaka

August 25-26: Snow Park, Wanaka New Zealand
$15,000 cash and Prizes

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Canadian snowboarder Matts Kuli won the Billabong Slope Style Jam today at
Snow Park, Wanaka. In a pattern that became the norm throughout the day, it
was Kuli's first of three runs scoring 23.7 that sent him to the top of the
podium. Kuli who qualified second for the finals has been staying in New

Irvine, CA - Billabong Girls announces the signing of 16-year old, South Lake Tahoe rising star Jamie Anderson. This Winter X Games marked her first appearance in slopestyle (finishing 3rd) and superpipe (finishing16th) exhibiting just a hint of the talent we can expect to unleash from this young rider.

Jamie has ridden boardercross, slopestyle, giant slalom, slalom, and halfpipe since age 9. Her first competition at 13, Jamie held the distinction of being the youngest competitor ever at the Winter X 04.

“We are so excited to welcome Jamie to the team. She is an amazing young woman and her talent speaks for itself. It's inspiring to see what she has accomplished at such a young age and we know it's just the beginning of even bigger things to come.” -Candy Harris, Women’s Brand Director

2006 has proved to be an explosive year for Jamie. She recently competed to win the women’s slopestyle and received the “Most Inspired” rider award (taking home a Harley Davidson motorcycle) at the Burton Abominable Snow Jam in Mt Hood. Jamie is in her sixth season as a viable competitor and first of many with the Billabong snow team.

Dan Bysetti, the winner.

Victoria, Australia - After a two year hiatus Dan Busetti (Fitzroy, VIC) made a triumphant return to snowboarding competition by winning the Panasonic Nightrail Jam at Mt Hotham Friday night. The 27 year-old never looked in doubt from his opening ride, unleashing a sensational array of tricks that included the cab (switch stance) board slide to 270 out, a backside 270 onto the flat down box and a tail slide to 270 onto the front board. Busetti continued to impress on the fog laden course for a stylish win.

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Cardrona, New Zealand - The World Best Snowboarders will make their way to the groomed kickers of Snow Park New Zealand for the 2006 Billabong Slopestyle Jam, to be held on the weekend of August 25th-27th 2006.
The Slopestyle format pits the best of the best against each other on purpose built terrain parks of kickers, rails, wedges, half-pipes and boxes, vying for cash, prizes and the Billabong Slopestyle Jam title for 2006.
Divisions in this year’s event include Open Men's, Open Women's, Junior Men's, Junior Women's and Grommets.

Billabong International Limited today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire 100 per cent of Nixon Inc, a leader in the premium watch and accessories boardsports market.

Billabong International Limited chief executive Derek O’Neill said Nixon is a California-based, closely-held corporation founded by Andy Laats and Chad DiNenna.

“Since its inception in 1997 Nixon has been a very focused watch brand with great product, great people and tight distribution through the core surf, skate, snow and fashion channels,” said Mr O’Neill.

“Nixon founders Andy Laats and Chad DiNenna have demonstrated their ability to establish and grow an authentic brand and the business is an excellent fit within the Billabong group.”

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"Kevolution, The Life & Times of Kevin Jones" is now available on DVD at select retail shops throughout the country. With over 25 thousand feet of film condensed into a half-hour movie, "Kevolution, The Life & Times of Kevin Jones," documents the incredible career and life of professional snowboarder Kevin Jones.

Nine-time X Games medalist, three-time Snowboarder Rider of the Year, two-time ESPN Rider of the Year, over 20 video parts and snowboarding's biggest dork, "Kevolution" is a unique documentary and true testament to all that Kevin has contributed to the sport of snowboarding.

"It is perfect that Billabong and I are did this project," said Kevin Jones. "They have supported me throughout my career and I am super stoked that they have given me this opportunity."