Biography
Laura began surfing at 17 years, falling in love with the beach culture. After consistent athletic training, she hit the limelight as a pro surfer, achieving sponsorship with giant surf company, Billabong. She later transitioned from competition to free-surfing and began carving out a career in modelling.
During Laura’s surf and modeling commitments, she graduated from Wollongong University with a Bachelor of Education, majoring as a high school PDHPE Teacher. Her passion for health and wellbeing is incorporated into her daily life and enjoys educating students about the importance of living a holistic lifestyle.
Laura rapidly gained success in Modeling and fronted iconic campaigns and a plethora of TV commercials. Soon after, she began TV presenting and acting, studying in Los Angeles to hone her craft, before jetting off to the Maldives to produce her anticipated book.
In 2013, Laura launched ‘The Ride Of Life’, an empowering and inspirational learn to surf book. She used surfing as a metaphor, encouraging people to stand up for themselves, both in and out of the water. Her school tour inspired many students to go out and reach their true potential. Laura’s natural ease in building a rapport with the younger generation is a testament to her ability to connect and make a positive impact. The Ride Of Life was successfully received across TV screens, magazines, online and social media. Laura appeared on Channel 10 – Studio 10; Channel 9 – Today; Channel 7 – Sydney Weekender; and Foxtel’s – The Disney Channel.
Laura continues to grace our screens, billboards, and pages. Some iconic campaigns include Tourism Australia, Qantas, Sunsilk, Pantene, Mitsubsihi, Holden, Olay, Nature’s Way, Centrum, Vida Glow, Clearasil, Lük Beautifood, David Jones, Rebel Sport, A2 Milk, Subaru, Harvey Norman, Lendlease, Joy, Scholl, Telstra, Breville, The Kindred Co, HSBC, Faer, McDonald Homes, Suzanne Grae, Woolerina, Noni B, Sekisui, Angus and Coot, Citizen Wolf, Model Co, ESK Skincare, Black Pepper, and Westfield.
Continuing her interest in health and wellness, Laura graduated from The Institute of Integrative Nutrition based in New York. As a Holistic Health Practitioner, Laura helps clients reach health and vitality, by addressing root causes of dis-ease. She is also co-founder of Breathwork Lab, which offers transformational breathwork journeys.
“Laura Kinnear (née Andon), first hit the spotlight as a pro surfer and model, yet it was her renowned outgoing and spirited personality, which carved her career as a respected model, inspirational author, and presenter. It is not every day one comes across a personality such as Laura who can ride a board at elite levels, model for iconic fashion and advertising brands, hold a crowd presenting, as well as possess the natural ability to instantly morph into character. Laura demonstrates all these talents and does so with humility and a smile. Laura is involved in several community initiatives, educates high school students about health and wellness, is a great role model, and would be a very respected and valued brand advocate for any company she is to represent”
