Kristy Konings is a certified PADI Divemaster and lifelong explorer of the ocean’s hidden depths, and she’ll be on the ANZ / Inspiration Stage at the GO Diving Show in September talking about the ‘blue economy’ and artificial reefs.
From the vibrant coral reefs of Australia to the dramatic kelp forests along the West Coast of the USA, Kristy has dived some of the world’s most-incredible marine ecosystems, fuelling a career defined by curiosity, conservation, and marine innovation.
Kristy’s commitment to marine conservation extends to landmark environmental efforts. She played a vital role in the Raine Island Turtle Recovery Project, a groundbreaking initiative to protect the world’s largest green turtle rookery. This internationally recognised project was developed in collaboration with Sir David Attenborough, and stands as a shining example of innovation, ground-breaking intervention works and new research coming together to protect critical marine life.
For the past four years, Kristy has served as a Senior Marine Infrastructure Officer for the City of Gold Coast, playing a leading role in the management and ongoing success of Wonder Reef – the world’s first buoyant dive attraction that combines art, science, engineering, and sustainability to draw divers from across the globe.
Above all, Kristy is driven by a mission to connect people with the ocean, champion marine innovation, conservation, and create world-class underwater experiences that leave a lasting impact.
The GO Diving Show ANZ
This annual event, taking place this year on 6-7 September at the Sydney Showground at the Olympic Park, is aimed at showcasing the very best of our underwater world to everyone from raw novices who are either contemplating getting into diving, or have completed their entry-level courses, to advanced divers, right through to technical divers and veteran CCR divers.
There are an array of stages – the Main Stage, the Photo Stage, the Australia/New Zealand Stage, the Inspiration Stage and the Tech Stage – that will play host to dozens of speakers from around the world, as well as a host of interactive features to suit young and old, from VR diving experiences, a demonstration pool, a trydive pool, and much more.
Surrounding the stages and features will be a broad range of exhibitors, from tourist boards and tour operators to resorts, liveaboards, training agencies, retailers, manufacturers, and conservation organisations.
Get your tickets now!
Tickets for the GO Diving Show ANZ are on sale now, and you can take advantage of the 2-for-1 earlybird offer until 9 September – you and your buddy/friend/partner/spouse can visit for just $12, and kids 16 and under get in for free, making it the perfect family day out.
Fantastic door prizes up for grabs
Every ticket holder will also be entered into the grand draw, which boasts an ever-increasing array of fabulous prizes, including a Seiko diving watch, liveaboard trips, and much, much more.
There is plenty of parking on-site and the venue is easy to get to with plenty of transport options, so get the dates in your diary now and prepare for an epic weekend celebrating all forms of diving.
