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Overview of a incident resulting in decompression illness as a result of an unexpected current, courtesy of DAN - the Divers Alert Network

Eight interesting facts about the New Zealand sand flounder - Rhombosolea plebeia

Celebrate diving on a single breath - Freedivers enjoy the freedom and beauty of moving silently through deep blue water

Overview of a Decompression Illness incident courtesy of DAN - the Divers Alert Network

Wakatobi Resort in Indonesia consistently ranks as one of the world’s top-rated diving and snorkelling destinations. We review what it means for visiting divers

Way off the beaten track, the Cocos (Keeling) island group is about as remote as a catered dive destination gets. It includes the Pulu Keeling National Park.

Is 2022 the year we decide to pass on scallop season? Given the state of the stocks, perhaps it should be.

The DIVING talks conference is scheduled for October 7 to 9, in Portugal. Top reasons to attend as follows:

In December 2022, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium will unveil a new zone inspired by the magnificent wildlife of New Zealand’s first and largest marine park.

Widely regarded as one of the world's premier dive destinations, Vanuatu is perfect for divers wanting to explore coral reefs and shipwrecks.

With the advent of social media it is easier now more than ever to experience marine conservation and make a difference to the health of the ocean.

Saving image file types is not as simple as it appears. It depends on how you want to use those photos in the future.

In the thin light of a polar morning in 2014 five divers set out on a bold dive in a deep underwater cave in Pluraden, Norway. Two did not come home.

Life-style diving aboard Wakatobi Resort's 'Pelagian' reveals the never-ending riches of Indonesia’s underwater realms

It's one of the world's great untouched wildernesses. One that should be on every diver's bucket list.

The four most important factors that contribute to breathing performance underwater.

We visit Bunaken National Marine Park off the coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia - a small tropical island, home to a local village and a luxury diving resort.

Paihia Dive's Craig Johnston guides us through the very best dive sites on the world famous Cape Brett Peninsula and the Hole in the Rock.

You only turn 50 once - so where better to celebrate than big shark diving in the Bahamas.

I asked the guest divers if they would like to look for the sunken Beetle. The answer? A resounding chorus of "yes!"

The Solomons offer a wealth of historic relics to explore and experience first-hand. Many lie submerged in clear tropical South Pacific waters

Two-day workshop for divers with an interest in historical shipwrecks and underwater archaeological skills.

The Ocean Futures Society turning tides for ocean conservation

Mangroves are a pioneer species adept at colonising new territories, and their strong resilience means mangroves are hugely beneficial for the environment.

Diving deeper than 100m might be considered a little senseless or even reckless. For the USS Atlanta and we decided it’s only senseless if it’s wreck-less.

I have been to Niue before, the last time was so incredible. I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to return to ‘The Rock of Polynesia’

Your views sought on proposal of temporary fishing closure for Maunganui Bay (Deep Water Cove), in Bay of Islands

Compared to my home in England, New Zealand diving still offers many untouched places left to discover, and locations people rarely visit.

Amongst the 400 species of shark their five broad methods of reproduction vary from simple to complex, and the bizarre.

Every year the Great Barrier Reef Festival is held over four days in August. It's on right now and perhaps you should consider attending in 2023?

One a rock 50km off the coast of Honduras live more than 100 men diving for sea cucumber. It's tough living and the diving conditions are frightening.

Associate Professor Simon Mitchell on diving accidents and the vital importance of checklists

Yes, it’s a new age for kayaks but who would have thought going diving, fishing or even spearfishing from kayaks would be this quick, easy, cheap and fun?

In the endless evolutionary arms race between predator and prey, there are a myriad of beautifully refined ways to camouflage underwater.

Lee Czerniak's short summary of the Mercury Island's top spots for divers from novice to expert.

If your camera has the ability to output raw files and if you are serious about your photography, this Photoshop tutorial is for you.

For many New Zealand divers a must-do dive is the HMNZS Moa, which is just a stone’s throw away from the relaxing deck of Raiders Hotel and Dive

Update to previous advice issued in February 2022 highlighting the serious health & safety risks posed for occupational divers exposed to coronavirus COVID-19.

The one-hour trip to the Bligh waters, east of Volivoli Resort, takes us to one of the best dive locations in Fiji.

For a gastropod mollusc, Phylliroe bucephala lives a rare pelagic existence.

In 2016 submariners from the University of Auckland Biomimetics Lab, using the human-powered submarine ‘Team Taniwha’, beat 10 other teams around the world.

Papua New Guinea's Walindi Resort presents marine diversity on scale reviewer Mike Scotland has rarely experienced.

A new form of diving is here! Discover something so different – so magical – where marine creatures take on a new life.

The stark reality of diving is that it brings risks. Unfortunately, some divers, even veterans, push the limits of safe diving practices and equipment.

From the Yasawas and the Outer Islands to Kadavu and the Great Astrolabe Reef - 9 of the best dive spots Fiji has to offer.

For a team of technical divers, modern technology brings a new concept of deep exploration - the iconic wreck Britannic, possibly the greatest ever wreck dive!

Two years ago Divecat sank in the Hauraki Gulf in 43m - earlier this year she was resurrected. This is what it took.

The annual GBR coral spawn event reason for celebration after Covid restrictions.

Safety when diving around wharves and marinas

Scientists have used satellite technology to chart the Cook Islands’ seafloor in never-before-seen detail

New data and modelling shows persistent and extensive seabed harm

What you need to know: The latest medical advice on how Covid-19 affects divers and what precautions you need to take

As Niue re-opens to tourists its govt announces protection for 100% of its oceans

Keeping our environment beautiful above and below the surface

Dive Tutukaka's Jeroen Jongejans who died on February 21st achieved an enormous amount for New Zealand diving and tourism - here we post three tributes to him

Here's some of the features of common kelp, a familiar sight to divers throughout Aotearoa New Zealand

Scallop beds are in decline and destructive scallop dredging practices need to stop

DAN's Travelers Medical Guide helps divers, boaters, and adventure travelers recognize and manage illnesses and injuries

Spearfishers come across amazing creature in Queen Charlotte Sound

Progress of an urban green belt in the ocean.

Tech diving deep thoughts and deeper discussions part three - where to source the right gear you need, and the balance between skills learning and practice.

Cathedral Dive & Snorkel in the Coromandel is the longest operating dive business in the area with an intimate knowledge of the local underwater environment.

Water absorbs the red and yellow colours of the light spectrum, leaving underwater shots with a blue and green colour cast. How do we correct this problem?

One dive everyone needs to make is to dive on the Canterbury

A new Marine Sanctuary in the Te Pēwhairangi/Bay of Islands gazetted on November 17th is in force from December 15th, 2021.