154 water-skiers from around the world gathers in Strahan, Tasmania to attempt to set a new world record. To qualify, the skiers had to stay upright for a full nautical mile. Unfortunately nine of the skiers were unable to complete the full distance, so the new world record was set at 145 skiers pulled behind a single boat. The previous record (set at the same location) was 114. There are tons more pics and info in the original article on Dailymail