The first wetsuit question many divers get wrong is asking how warm. The right question is what for. A 7mm steamer that's perfect for a winter Bare Island shore dive will cook you on a tropical liveaboard. A 3mm that handles Cairns won't get you through an hour at Shelly...

There are dozens of dive computers on the Australian market and four brands worth short-listing: Shearwater, Oceanic, Suunto and Garmin. Within those four, you'll find models from around $450 to over $3,000. The $450 unit is not worse than the $3,000 one for most divers. It's different. This guide is...

Most divers buy their first BCD within the first year of getting certified. It is the second-biggest gear purchase after a regulator set, and the choice between jacket, back-inflate, wing and travel is the one that causes the most confusion. Each style exists for a good reason, but which one...