UECWA Newsletter

9th July 2025

Upcoming Dives

The Hangar & Kerry's Caverns - Sat 12/07

Submarine Exploration Double Deep Dive ($100) - Sun 13/07

Stragglers Exploration Double - Sun 20/07

Swirl Reef & North Point Reef - Sat 26/07

No Dive Report

Submarine Wreck Deep Dives This Sunday!

Last chance to book - this weekend! 

This Sunday the 13th July, the weather is looking promising, so let's explore the Dutch KXI Submarine!

To book please send a copy of your deep dive certification to divebookings@uecwa.com.au

AGM & 70th Birthday Celebration

Join us on Friday, July 18th at the Swan Yacht Club as we celebrate 70 years of the Underwater Explorers Club of WA and hold our Annual General Meeting.

This is a free event, but bookings are essential through Member Jungle so we can ensure we have plenty of cake!

If you're interested in joining the committee, nomination forms can be downloaded from the website saved under Resources > Documents > Committee Nomination Form 2025–2026. Please submit yours ahead of the AGM.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Derawan Trip 2025 - Spots Available

Due to a last-minute cancellation, there are now three spots available on this trip next month.

Please email Jen at president@uecwa.com.au for further information if you are interested in this fabulous opportunity.

Containers for Change

Did you know the Underwater Explorers Club is registered with Containers for Change? Simply swap your payment method to 'donate' when recycling your cans and bottles, and search for Underwater Explorers Club of Western Australia Inc. or use our member number C10320909. 

Important Information for Dive Bookings

Please do not book dives for other divers. If we receive double bookings from one diver, the second booking will be automatically cancelled.

If you would like to receive notifications about dive cancellations during peak periods, please email divebookings@uecwa.com.au with your name and phone number to be added to the WhatsApp group.

Guests on the Boat
A reminder: For all boat trips (including Christmas lights), UEC members must be on the boat with any guests booked under their membership.

Cancelling a Dive Ahead of Time

Important to note that you cannot cancel dives using the dive calendar. Cancellation needs to be made by email directly to divebookings@uecwa.com.au

Please note our cancellation policy below as per the club bylaws:

Cancellations between 07:45 and 16:00 the day before: 50% cancellation fee.

Cancellations after 16:00 the day before: 100% cancellation fee.

No-shows: Full event fee.

Appeals for waivers due to medical reasons or family emergencies can be submitted in writing to the committee.

If you have any questions, please check out our FAQ's, Contact Us or chat with your Committee members when you see us on the boat!

Newsletter Editor

Mel Daws - Public Relations