Morgan Cibilic is the only Australian surfer left in the New Zealand Pro draw after he beat compatriot Liam O'Brien.
World champions Molly Picklum and Tyler Wright lost their quarter-finals and fellow Australian Jack Robinson was eliminated in the third round as competition resumed at Manu Bay on Saturday after a six-day break.
Five-time world champion Carissa Moore is on track for her first event win since returning to the World Surf League this season as a wildcard.