Celebrating the achievements and accomplishments of Australia's leading Divers and Dive Industry personnel - people who have helped push back the boundaries of knowledge and exploration, and whose efforts lead to the development and use of new diving technologies.
The presentation of the biennial OZTek Awards is a much-anticipated aspect of OZTek & the concluding Gala Awards Dinner.
2019 was no exception. Deserving winners were nominated by the diving public and this was the result!
Industry Recognition Award
To acknowledge diving Industry members whose individual efforts have often had a far-reaching impact on the advancement and growth of diving.
Previous Recipients are:
- Rob Cason
- Dr Simon Mitchell
- Richard Nicholls
- Barry Hallett
- Tony Davis
- Barry Andrewartha
- Terry Cummins
- Col McKenzie
- Jayne Jenkins
- Richard Taylor
- Warrick McDonald
- Richard Evans
- Jane Bowman
- David Strike - 2019
Stephen Fordyce - 2019 Emerging Explorer Award.
Photo: David Bilbow
EMERGING EXPLORER AWARD
Acknowledgement of an up-&-coming diver for their contribution to exploration, research or training in the spirit of team work and community.
- Tom Crisp
- Stephen Fordyce - 2019
Ryan Kaczkowski - 2019 Technical Diver of the Year
Photo: David Bilbow
Technical Diver of The Year Award
For continued outstanding achievements in underwater exploration (includes elements of teamwork, mentoring and inspiration).
Previous Recipients are:
- David Apperley
- Paul Hosie
- Trevor Jackson
- Samir Alhafith
- Craig Challen
- Sandy Varin
- Liam Allen
- Lance Robb
- Richard Harris
- Ryan Kaczkowski - 2019
Matt Carter: 2019 Media Excellence Award.
Photo: David Bilbow
Media Excellence Award
For ongoing promotion of ocean awareness and the diving industry, technical or otherwise.
Note: This award is only given in outstanding circumstances
Previous Recipients are:
- Michael Menduno
- Jill Heinerth
- Richard Vevers
- Matt Carter - 2019
Lifetime Achievement Award
An award which speaks for itself.
Previous Recipients are:
- Valerie Taylor
Scott Willan receives his 2017 Outstanding Achievement Award from John Dalla-Zuanna (left) Photo: Chris Millbern
Watch this space for details on the 2022 OZTek Awards and how to vote.
Outstanding Achievement Award
To recognise deserving individuals whose achievements embody the spirit of diving adventure, exploration and teamwork.
Previous Recipients are:
- Kevin Denlay
- Ron Allum
- Andrew Wight
- Chris Brown
- Dr Mark Spencer
- Dr Richard Harris
- Steve Trewavas
- Mervyn Maher
- Pete Mesley
- John Dalla-Zuanna
- Scott Willan - 2017
