Diving in Australia
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This page is an overview of scuba diving in Australia, primarily of dive destinations. Check individual destinations for operators and accommodation.
DestinationsThe east coast of Queensland, particularly to the north, has Australia's busiest dive industry and most famous dive sites. Most of the diving is tropical reef diving.
LearnThe majority of dive shops in Australia have instructors who can certify you to dive through either the PADI or SSI certification agencies, and a very small number of shops certify through other agencies.
WorkIt can be difficult for foreign travellers to find work as divemasters or instructors in Australia: Australia is pretty good at supplying its own instructors.
Stay healthyThe Divers Emergency Service (DES) is a 24-hour emergency service operating in Australia. It can be reached on 1800 088 200 (free call within Australia) or on +61 8 8212 9242.
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- Photo: Steveprutz, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons