“... we believe that spearfishing is the most selective form of fishing in the world today. We don’t practise “tag and release” but rather we “release” and then “take” our select catch. We believe in quality and not quantity.

"...we are selective and conservative, and believe in  fishing for the future. We believe in giving our clients the best chance to follow their dreams in the selective hunting of prized species.”

quoted from Blue Water Hunting International
Robert Torelli

Code of Conduct

Consider the safety of yourself and other people at all times.

Know and at all times practice this Code of Conduct and Safety Rules.

Respect the marine life by never tacking more game than for your immediate personal needs.

Know and all times obey boating regulations, including:

carrying required safety equipment
navigating safely all times

Know and all times obey Fisheries regulations including:

size limits for certain species
bag limits for certain species
bans on the taking of protected species
ban on the sale of fish by amateur fishermen
closure of certain areas to spearfishing

Guard the sea from law-breakers by reporting suspicious or ilegal activity to the proper authorities.

Always co-operate with regulatory authority officers performing their duty.

Show consideration towards other water users pursuing their own recreation.

Clean your catch at a designated cleaning area or away from the general public.

Whenever you go diving, never leave your rubbish behind.

Never act in a way which results in public disfavour towards our sport.

Safety Rules

Tow a safety coloured float (yellow, orange or red) with an international Code A flag (signifying diver below) displayed in a vertical position above the float.

Attach game to the towed float so that the game is carried away from your body.

Carry a knife that is attached to your body and wich is readily accessible.

Carry a plastic safety whistle and a reflective signal mirror.

Wear a weight belt fitted with a single hand operated, quick release buckle.

Never load or carry a loaded speargun out of the water.

Ensure that speartips are suitably sheathed wile not in use.

Ensure that you are not under the influence of any drugs or medication that may impair your senses, judgement or physical ability.

Cease diving if for any reason you are not feeling well.

Take liquids to ensure that you do not suffer the effects of dehydration.

Avoid hyperventilating by taking no more than 2 or 3 deep breths before holding your breath.

Always dive with a friend or tell someone where you will be diving and your estimated time of return.

Obtain a current weather report for the time that you will be diving.

Be on the alert for boat traffic and ensure that you are visible to passing vessels.

from the Australian Underwater Federation recommended guidelines