The ex-HMAS Tobruk is a 127-metre former Royal Australian Navy heavy-lift landing ship scuttled in 2019 to create one of the world's newest artificial reef and wreck dive sites. Resting in the southern Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, the wreck sits upright on the sandy seabed with its port side reaching as shallow as 12 metres — making parts accessible to snorkellers and open-water divers. Already encrusted with colourful corals, sponges, and anemones, it's rapidly transforming into a thriving marine ecosystem. The sheer scale of the vessel, with its cavernous tank deck, bridge, and engineering spaces, offers an unforgettable underwater exploration experience.
HMAS Tobruk Wreck
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Wave Height 0.2 mSwell Period 4.3 sWind Speed 3.3 knPrecipitation 0.0 mmTidal Phase flood
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Moderate risk: Strong Tidal Currents
Strong ocean currents can sweep around the wreck structure, especially on tidal changes. Requires good fitness and awareness.
Moderate risk: Depth Hazard
The wreck sits at depths of 12 to 30 metres. Snorkelling is limited to the shallower port-side sections; deeper areas require scuba certification.
Moderate risk: Sharp Metal & Entrapment Hazards
The wreck is a recent artificial reef with sharp edges, protruding metal, cables, and entrapment hazards inside compartments.
Low risk: Boat Traffic
Marine traffic in the area includes charter and fishing vessels. Be aware of boat traffic around the mooring buoys.
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The ex-HMAS Tobruk lies off the coast between Bundaberg and Hervey Bay, Queensland. Access is by licensed dive charter boats from Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, or Lady Musgrave Island. Several operators run day trips to the wreck site.
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Parking available at departure marinas in Bundaberg and Hervey Bay (check with your charter operator).
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