Tasmanian Hooker Diving Under Scrutiny After Multiple Deaths: Lack of Regulation Blamed
Hobart, Tasmania: Exploring the underwater world for seafood in Tasmania is a way of life for many locals, but recent fatalities have raised concerns about the lack of regulations in recreational diving. Hooker diving, a method where divers receive air from the surface through a long hose, has been highlighted as a risky activity, particularly when divers use homemade or self-serviced gear. Recreational diver John Stanfield enjoys the freedom and precision hooker diving offers, allowing …