Is there scuba diving in Brisbane Australia?

Although Queensland is bursting with amazing dive sites down the entire length of its coast line, and provides new and experienced divers with a choice of top dive sites. With fantastic wrecks, reefs and marine life, Brisbane has world-class diving to offer all those in her waters.

Does PADI recognize RAID?

PADI acknowledged the open circuit training incorporated in the RAID Level 1 diving programme for open water divers. If they wish, RAID Level 1 divers are qualified to start the PADI Advanced open circuit course.

Do you need a license to scuba dive in Australia?

All dive operators in Australia need to sight your “C” Card (Certification Card) or qualification papers prior to diving. If you do not have it with you, you will not be able to dive.

Where is Curtin Artificial Reef?

Moreton Bay Marine Park
Curtin Artificial Reef (Curtin / the reef) is located in Moreton Bay Marine Park one mile north of Cowan Cowan, Moreton Island (Fig 1). Curtin was established in 1968 after the State government passed an Order in Council to lease an area of seabed to the URGQ for 100 years.

Is PADI or RAID better?

The exit standards for the RAID Advanced 35 are a bit higher than the PADI AOW so, theoretically, you should get a better skill foundation from the RAID course if both are taught only to standard.

What does a gold PADI card mean?

Divers who complete a certification with a PADI 5 Star Dive Center or Resort automatically receive a gold card instead of the standard blue card. If you would like a gold certification card, search for a Five Star PADI Dive Center or Resort and complete a course with one of their instructors.

Does a PADI certification expire?

Your PADI certification does not expire. Participation in PADI ReActivate™ is not mandatory, but recommended as an easy way to refresh your foundational scuba safety knowledge and skills if you haven’t been diving in a while.