Ken Vidler grew up as one of five brothers living near Scarborough beach, leading him to the water, where he excelled and competed with great success as a lifesaver, later receiving the title of Legend of the Surf in WA, the highest honour in lifesaving.

This week’s ‘West Aussie Great’ went on to win 20 Australian titles and compete at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, retiring as Australia’s most decorated surf lifesaving representative.

Vidler then excelled at surf retail, opening Cottesloe’s first surf shop Vidler’s, the source of great surf brands clothing and equipment, before selling his iconic business some years ago.

Listen to Vidler’s amazing story and chat with Gareth Parker on 6PR Breakfast below