Wild surf conditions have battered beaches in Australia's east, closing waters for swimmers and causing damage as powerful waves smash the coastline.

Some swimmers still braved wild conditions at ocean pools along Sydney's beaches. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS) Wild surf conditions with massive tides have battered beaches as walkways collapse and ...

Wild surf conditions with massive tides have battered beaches as walkways collapse and businesses depending on foot traffic sustain heavy damage.