Recent advances in electronic shark repellents and their potential to control shark-human interactions non-lethally are discussed in this interview with Paul von Blerk, a Project Specialist at Kwazulu-Natal Sharks Board in South Africa.
Australia has experienced a tragic week with the loss of six people who died scuba diving or snorkelling in Australian waters.
Our awesome Open Water students Marshall, Natalia and Mark (seen here with Instructor Trish on the left) had an amazing experience at Goat Island earlier this season when they had a group of playful dolphins come and say hi!
Our awesome Open Water students Marshall, Natalia and Mark (seen here with Instructor Trish on…
It is with much relief we share the news that five sperm whales have been sighted by Whale Watch Kaikoura just six days after the 7.8 magnitude earthquakes that impacted Kaikoura and surrounds heavily. Whilst Whale Watch are currently closed for business, a short press release on their website shows their evident joy at the whales’ return to the area:
It is with much relief we share the news that five sperm whales have been…
Kiribati, an island nation in the central Pacific Ocean, is committed to protecting their waters from overfishing and have recently announced they have established a large shark sanctuary. The sanctuary is approximately the size of India and commercial shark fishing is banned within it
Kiribati, an island nation in the central Pacific Ocean, is committed to protecting their waters…
Take a look at our latest prices including Red Sea liveaboard holiday deals from only £699 including flights to Hurghada and Maldives liveaboard offers now starting from as little as £1795 including flights!
Take a look at our latest prices including Red Sea liveaboard holiday deals from only £699 including flights to Hurghada…
Holiday’s are wonderful things to take but make sure you come back from them! We…
KLASH is a new water activewear company aimed at women who want to be active in…
Located 300 km east-southeast of Halifax are the crescent-shaped, shifting sand dunes of Sable Island. Home of the wild Sable Island ponies with the long, flowing manes and tails, it has also been a temporary home for shipwrecked sailors, en route convicts, and pirates brought there inadvertently by the legendary gales that blow around the island.
Located 300 km east-southeast of Halifax are the crescent-shaped, shifting sand dunes of Sable Island.…
Many adults today suffer from back pain intermittently or chronically thanks to our modern, primarily sedentary lifestyles. Spinal injuries are especially isolating when access to exercise and sporting opportunities become limited as a result and scuba diving with chronic back pain requires extra considerations. When done correctly however, diving can provide pain relief and escapism from chronic back pain. Here are our top tips for minimising the risk of further injury or aggravating existing conditions when diving:
Many adults today suffer from back pain intermittently or chronically thanks to our modern, primarily…
In a previous copy of Dive New Zealand magazine, I told you that the first KISS Classic rebreather with a syntactic coated canister had arrived in New Zealand. I can now tell you how this innovation will save you money and extend your time underwater.
In a previous copy of Dive New Zealand magazine, I told you that the first…
Well done and welcome to those new divers who completed their Open Water Diver course during October and two new Drysuit divers.
Well done and welcome to those new divers who completed their Open Water Diver course…