OZTek Awards & Underwater Photography Competition 2025 – Recognizing Innovation & Creativity at ADEX OZTek Australia
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Posted On February 12, 2025
OZTek Awards 2025
Returning after 2022, we are pleased to once again celebrate and honor the achievements of Australia’s leading Divers and Dive Industry personnel in 2025. These awards recognize those who have pushed the boundaries of knowledge and exploration, driving the development and innovation of new diving technologies.
The presentation of the (usually) biennial OZTek Awards is a much-anticipated aspect of OZTek and in 2025, a simple Award Ceremony will be held at the conclusion of the show on Saturday 14 March (Time to be confirmed).
Deserving winners are nominated by the diving public and the final decision is made by the Award Panel from the information provided.
Award Categories
- Industry Recognition Award– For Exceptional Contribution to the Growth and Development of Diving.
- Outstanding Achievement Award– Recognition of deserving individuals whose achievements embody the spirit of diving advancement, adventure, and teamwork.
- Media Excellence Award– For Ongoing Promotion of Ocean Awareness and the Diving Industry. (Note: This award is only given in outstanding circumstances).
- Lifetime Achievement Award– Recognition for a lifetime of dedication and passion in diving.
- Technical Diver of The Year Award– For Exceptional Contribution to the Growth and Development of Technical Diving.
- Emerging Explorer Award– Acknowledgement of an up-and-coming diver for their contribution to exploration, research or training in the spirit of teamwork and community.
For a look at past winners and their incredible contributions, visit OZTek Awards History. If you know someone deserving of recognition in 2025, you can submit a nomination here: Nominate for 2025.
ADEX OZTek Australia 2025 Underwater Photographic Competition Now Open for Entries
The highly anticipated ADEX OZTek Australia 2025 Underwater Photographic Competition is back, inviting divers and photographers to showcase their creativity and passion for the underwater world.
Open to entrants worldwide, the competition welcomes submissions across five exciting categories: Wreck, Cave, Marine Life with Diver, Open Category (Wide Angle/Marine Life), and Macro/Super Macro Marine Life. Winning images will be printed and exhibited at ICC Sydney during ADEX OZTek Australia 2025 and featured across the event’s website and social media platforms.
All skill levels are encouraged to participate for a chance to win exciting prizes and gain international recognition. Entries close on February 15, 2025. Each entrant can submit up to 15 images with a maximum entry fee of $40.
For full competition details, terms & conditions, and to register your entries, visit: OZTek ADEX Australia – ADEX OZTek Australia 2025 Underwater Photographic Competition
