FAQ

Who can join URGQ?
URGQ welcomes divers and non-divers with all levels of experience, from any dive training organisation. 

Who can dive off the club boat?
URGQ members who are qualified divers are able to dive from our club boat.

Where does URGQ meet?
URGQ meets every Wednesday night from 7:30pm onwards at our club house which is located at 24 Pulle St, Yeerongpillly, Brisbane.

Can I learn to dive with the club? 
No, unfortunately the club does not offer any commercial dive courses. However, URGQ promotes safe diving and knows the best training comes through diving experience. We have many experienced divers with Instructor and Dive Master qualifications, who are happy to share their knowledge and skills to assist other members.

Which certification agencies do you recognise?
URGQ welcomes divers and non-divers with all levels of experience, from any dive training organisation. 

How do I make a payment for dive trips or membership fees?
Payments can be made in cash to the treasurer on any Wednesday night, or you can transfer payment into our club bank account.

Our club bank a/c details are:
Name of account:  Underwater Research Group of Queensland Inc.  (Most just use URGQ Inc.)
BSB: 064008
Account number: 00904176

On transferring funds to the club account please don't forget your details, surname/trip e.g. KelleyGizo so the Treasurer can keep the books in order. 

Do you hire out dive tanks?
Yes, URGQ has aluminium tanks for members to hire. Please speak to the canteen officer on a Wednesday night for more information.

How do I know what dive trips are available?
Upcoming dives are listed on the Events page and advertised by email to members.

Where can I get an air fill for my dive tank?

URGQ has our own air compressor. Members can get an air fill every Wednesday night at our club house for a donation of $10 per fill. Or obtain a tank fill card with 10 fills for a $75 donation. Tank fills are restricted to financial members who have kept their dive tanks in test

Who can operate the club compressors?

Only approved Compressor Operators can use the compressors. If you would like to train for this position, please discuss this with the Management Committee. Click on the links below to see Compressor Operators Lists. 

Bauer Club Compressor Approved Operators

Bauer Portable Compressor Approved Operators

Who are the Club Skippers?
URGQ Skippers