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ex-HMAS Brisbane
The ex-HMAS Brisbane is a former warship
that has been sunk off the coast of Mooloolaba in South East Queensland. Mooloolaba
is located about 1.5 hour drive north of Brisbane, or approximately 2 hours
from the Gold Coast. The wreck is then a further 10km by boat from the mouth of the Mooloolah River.
To dive the ex-HMAS Brisbane
you must book a dive tour with a licensed operator, or obtain a permit through
the local
Maroochy Tourism.
You obviously must be a certified diver. Fees are $20.00 per person per
two-hour timeslot.
Access
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An
off shore boat with a licensed operator is required as the site is in
open water and is protected by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife
Authority.
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The
diving is great throughout all seasons of the year.
Water Temperature
Water
temperature varies between a maximum of 27°C in summer months and a minimum
of 19°C in Winter. This a very comfortable range for diving.
Visibility
Visibility ranges from 10
to 25 meters, and is typically higher in winter and lower in summer.
Level of Difficulty
A range of dives is available for all skills
levels,
from open water level to advanced wreck
divers.
Marine Life
There is a vast range of
marine life than can be found in and around the wreck. For a full list
please
click here.
More Information
For more information visit
the
Queensland Government Environment Protection Agency website.
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