Geo Divers Sydney

June is trade-in and upgrade time!

If you bought Scuba Gear from us during your training, as well as our Deal of the Month Scuba package - you may have also been offered re-conditioned or pre- loved ❤️ scuba gear.

We love recycling and your first set of gear was probably picked by price and the goal to get you out and about diving in the shallows!

As your training increases the choice you made as a new diver may not track with the more challenging dives you have lined up!

You can trade in any gear you bought from us new or second hand and upgrade at any time.

Come in for a chat - talk to us about what you’d like to change or improve - we can point you in the right direction!

Our end of Financial year sale kicks off 1st June… you know how much Judith hates to stocktake!

Come in and try on the gear you deserve!

The tragedy in the Maldives has touched many divers.

MALDIVES – LOSS OF FIVE ITALIAN DIVERS AND ONE MALDIVIAN RESCUE DIVER
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM MICHAEL AW, CEO, OCEAN GEOGRAPHIC
It is with profound sadness that we recognise the tragic diving incident involving the Duke of York, and the loss of five Italian divers and one Maldivian rescue diver. This is a significant loss to our global ocean community.
We have lost not only lives, but also experience, passion, knowledge, friendships, and stories that will now never be told.
In 2021, I had the privilege of diving with Monica Montefalcone, Associate Professor of Ecology at the University of Genoa — an exceptional scientist whose work on corals and marine biodiversity has been widely respected. I also knew Gianluca, the boat manager of Duke of York, who served as cruise director on my last two expeditions aboard the vessel. He is a consummate professional — thoughtful, courteous, and highly regarded. I remember both with deep respect from our shared time in the Maldives.
At a personal level, I have embarked on eight expeditions aboard Duke of York, completing more than 250 dives — the last six as Ocean Geographic charters between 2022 and 2025. Across all operations, dives were conducted within the Maldives’ established limit of 30 m and led by experienced international cruise directors alongside local professional dive guides. Standard procedures included comprehensive pre-dive briefings, current assessments, and, where necessary, the aborting of dives or changes to sites in response to prevailing environmental conditions.
Based on our experience, the operation has consistently demonstrated high international standards of safety and professionalism.
Though I am in direct contact with the crew but Ocean Geographic was not present during the incident. In light of ongoing investigations, it would be inappropriate to speculate or offer comments at this time. There will be an appropriate time for clarity and understanding. Now is not that time.
Now is a moment for RESPECT, FOR SILENCE, AND FOR STANDING IN SOLIDARITY with the crew, families, friends, and all those affected.
Speculation and premature judgment serve no constructive purpose. They risk undermining the dignity of those we have lost and compounding the grief of those left behind.
As we live and work by the sea understand its paradox — its extraordinary beauty, and its constant demand for humility and respect. It gives us so much, yet at times, it asks more than we can bear.
Today, we HONOUR THOSE WHO HAVE PASSED.
We remember them not for how they were lost, BUT FOR HOW THEY LIVED — and for what they CONTRIBUTED TO THE OCEAN AND TO OUR SHARED COMMUNITY.
Our deepest condolences are with their families, loved ones, and the entire diving community affected by this tragedy. We are confident that, with the support of DAN and the relevant authorities, the investigation will in time, provide clarity and insight into this incident. —
Michael AW
CEO, Ocean Geographic
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🎉 Huge congratulations to our newest PADI Master Scuba Divers — Norm & Tracy Atkinson! 🎉

This is the pinnacle of recreational diving, and these two have absolutely earned it through dedication, skill, and a whole lot of underwater adventure.

Give them a big cheer — the ocean is lucky to have divers like you both exploring it with passion and respect 🌊🐠
Well done, Norm & Tracy! 👏

It’s that time of year that divers get back into the water after a break.

But what about your tanks and more important the air in those tanks that have been sitting idle in your garage!

To keep you on top of dive safety here is our advice on using cylinders that have been sitting around.

While air in a scuba tank stays pressurized, over time it can become "stale" and potentially dangerous due to internal corrosion, condensation, or chemical reactions, reducing oxygen and creating contaminants like carbon monoxide. That is why we recommend periodic draining, visual inspection, and refilling (often every 3-12 months) to ensure safety for breathing.

What Happens Over Time:

• Condensation & Corrosion: Small amounts of moisture inside the tank, combined with temperature changes and high pressure, can cause the tank's inner surface (especially steel) to corrode, leading to rust particles in the air.

• Chemical Reactions: Corrosion consumes oxygen and can generate harmful gases like carbon monoxide (CO), making the air hypoxic (low in oxygen) and unsafe to breathe.

• Gas Staling: Even without major issues, the air can become stale, affecting taste and quality, prompting recommendations to change it every few months.

Safety & Best Practices:
• Regular Inspections: Tanks should undergo annual visual inspections (VIP) and hydrostatic tests to check for internal/external damage.
• Storage: Store tanks upright to concentrate any corrosion at the thick base, not the sidewall, and keep a small amount of air (around 200 PSI) in them to prevent moisture entry and allow valve operation.
• Refilling: For long-term storage (months to a year), it's best to drain the old air and get a fresh fill after a visual inspection to guarantee gas quality and prevent hazards.
In summary, while pressurized air doesn't "expire," the conditions inside a stored scuba tank can degrade the air's quality, making periodic draining, inspection, and refilling crucial for diver safety.
Dive safely