DCS is caused by an uncontrolled release of gas from tissues during or after surfacing

Introduction to decompression sickness

Learn more about this diving hazard
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February 14, 2025
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New Zealand Diving

NZUA in attendance supporting Dolphins 70th, an NZUA affiliated Dive Club since 1954.

Events

NZUA congratulates the Dolphin Underwater Dive Club

Dolphin Underwater Dive Club celebrate 70th anniversary.
Let's ensure the underwater world looks as good as above.

Environment

Jupiter has risen!

Back in 2015, during the annual Harbour Clean-Up, Rob spotted something underwater that he initially thought was a sunken ship’ buoy.
Underwater Heritage Group

Scuba

NZ UNDERWATER HERITAGE GROUP INC.

ANNUAL CONFERENCE Saturday 2nd November 9.30 am – 4.30pm Sunday 3rd November 9.30 am- 12.00 pm
Andy's informative talk lead to a lot of discussion and questions which he happily answered

Environment

Mt Maunganui Underwater Club Biosecurity

A Recent club meeting had Andy Wills teaching us more about Biosecurity in Bay of Plenty
Clingfishes are a remarkable family of cryptic fishes found worldwide. They are small, flattened, and possess a sucking disc, a modification of their pelvic fins, on the underside with which to cling on to things.

Flora & Fauna

Species Focus

Estuarine Clingfish (Trachelochismus aestuarium)
Diving at the local Horoirangi Marine Reserve is one of our favorite spots, and it has been amazing to see the marine life increasing over the years.

Flora & Fauna

Diving the Local Marine Reserve in Nelson

Not many people realize that we have great diving opportunities so close to our doorstep in Nelson.

Freediving

Throwback Thursday

LegaSea Update; Ministerial discretion must stay
The Dolphin Underwater Club celebrations at the 60th Anniversary.

Events

NZ DOLPHIN UNDERWATER AND ADVENTURE CLUB TURNS 70

1954 – 2024 The longest running dive club in NZ

Recent Articles

Goat Island marine reserve is a great place for new divers

Scuba

Take a dive at Goat Island

The north Auckland marine reserve is well worth a visit
Live and work in one of the Seven Underwater Wonders of The World.

Scuba

Republic of Palau: Four Attorney Job Openings

The Office of the Attorney General, Ministry of Justice, Republic of Palau, is seeking to recruit Two Assistant Attorneys General and Two Division Chiefs (Criminal and Civil).
Volivoli Beach Resort is a perfect diving destination

South Pacific

Volivoli kicks off 2025 in style

News from Fiji's popular dive resort
Learn to dive safely

Safety

DAN World's Guide to Smart Diving

Make sure you're well enough to dive before entering the water
Vanuatu has plenty for divers to explore

Melanesia

Post-earthquake Vanuatu welcomes divers

Explore the beautiful islands from below
The NZ Police Dive Squad are there for you - but they'd rather they weren't needed

Safety

Make it home safely

The NZ Police Dive Squad's timely message for divers
This Diadema palmeri, shot by Andy Belcher, was one of last year's winners

Events

LegaSea Summer Photo Competition - entries open now

Submit your great photos and win prizes!
The Fiordland red coral is a work of art

Scuba

Diving in Fiordland

The South Island fjords are worth the extra effort

Latest Posts

Safety

Introduction to decompression sickness

Learn more about this diving hazard

Indonesia

Fluo snorkelling at Wakatobi Dive Resort

This exciting sport is a visual feast

Events

Ultimate catch at the Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show

Win a Surtees 770 Gamefisher worth over $370,000!

Environment

Stopping the spread of exotic caulerpa

How to recognise and remove this invasive weed

Scuba

Take a dive at Goat Island

The north Auckland marine reserve is well worth a visit

Scuba

Republic of Palau: Four Attorney Job Openings

The Office of the Attorney General, Ministry of Justice, Republic of Palau, is seeking to recruit Two Assistant Attorneys General and Two Division Chiefs (Criminal and Civil).

South Pacific

Volivoli kicks off 2025 in style

News from Fiji's popular dive resort

Safety

DAN World's Guide to Smart Diving

Make sure you're well enough to dive before entering the water

Melanesia

Post-earthquake Vanuatu welcomes divers

Explore the beautiful islands from below

Safety

Make it home safely

The NZ Police Dive Squad's timely message for divers