Bruce Iliff
Hello from an Australian freelancer! I’ve been scratching articles together in Australia in a range of subjects for a number of years. Two of my life passions are seeking varied adventures in this great world and then getting those experiences down in the written word.
Scuba diving has been one of my simple pleasures in life and I get great enjoyment taking a slow, relaxing dive over a coral reef. I have a scuba Divemaster qualification. Another passion is hiking the great Australian bush. I have trudged many well known tracks in Australasia – Tasmania's tracks, New Zealand’s Milford Track and the historically significant Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea, to name a few.
During these adventures rubbing shoulders with an interesting mix of people, I have experienced first-hand the mistakes, the advances and the challenges that are present for today’s outdoors enthusiast.
Coupling this experience with my appreciation of the written word makes a great combination. For example, by merging the skills of a journalist with the broad depth of experience from my scuba diving, I was successful as a field editor for one of Australia’s premier scuba diving magazines for over five years.
I have had an instructional scuba book published. “Dive Debrief” was aimed at students who have just completed their basic scuba training course. At this time, novice divers still have a lot to learn and this book compliments the “school of hard knocks”.
Other areas of my freelance writing are travel, history, computing, personal finances and general interest. I have worked as a freelance writer for a local community based newspaper and I wrote a regular “How To” column for an Australian sailboarding magazine for a number of years. Travelling and associated articles are another focus, covering destinations and hints for how to get there easily and safely.
I have tertiary qualifications in Engineering; Arts (Journalism & Communications) and Business Administration.
I continually strive to learn from my personal experiences and attempt to impart this knowledge to others. Sometimes controversial, sometimes breaching new subjects and occasionally introducing concepts on the lateral plane, I’m sure you’ll find my articles interesting, informative and thought-provoking.
I hope you gain as much fulfilment from my articles on Suite101 as I had researching them. Enjoy…!
I have received an Editor’s Choice award for the following articles. An Editor’s Choice is awarded for an article that “exemplifies the quality content, excellent presentation, and high standard” that Suite101 writers strive for.
Standing Start on a Windsurfer
Light Sources for a Night Dive
Making a Scuba Boat Dive Run Smoothly
Design and Testing of Scuba Tanks
The Crowns Of Thorns Starfish and Scuba Diving
An Explanation of Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving at Gizo Solomon Islands
Dental Problems for Scuba Divers
A Scuba Diver’s Impact on a Coral Reef
Tangalooma Wrecks Scuba Dive Site
Problems of Nitrogen Narcosis in Scuba Diving
Latest Articles
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Flat Sails and Camber Induced Sails Used for Windsurfing
The two types of sailboarding sails have different characteristics and are used for different types of sailing in the water sport of windsurfing.
Jan 8, 2011
- Bruce Iliff
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How to Save Money Boiling Water: Electric Stove or Electric Jug?
Boiling water in the home is a big use of electric power. To save money, the optimum method of boiling water must be used: the stove top or electric kettle?
Dec 30, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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Maintaining and Caring for Windsurfing and Sailboarding Equipment
After spending thousands of dollars on sailboarding gear it makes sense to look after it. If not properly cared for, a new sail can be ruined in weeks.
Dec 22, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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Systems for Tracking Scuba Divers on and off a Scuba Dive Boat
Preventing a scuba diver from being left behind following a scuba boat dive is vital. There are systems that can be used to ensure no scuba diver is missed.
Oct 1, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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The Impact of the Speed of Sound in Water for Scuba Divers
The speed of sound in water is four times faster than through air. This has some implications for scuba divers when underwater.
Sep 24, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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Gold Coast Great Walk: Woonoongoora Walkers Camp to Springbrook
From Woonoongoora Walkers Camp, after walking behind Purling Brook Falls, Australia's Gold Coast Great Walk ends at the small township of Springbrook.
Sep 18, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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Gold Coast Great Walk: O'Reilly's Green Mountains to Binna Burra
This section of Queensland's Gold Coast Great Walk in Australia from O'Reilly's to Binna Burra is one of the classic bushwalks of South East Queensland.
Sep 18, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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Actions a Scuba Diver Can Do to Reduce the Risk and Prevent Bends
The bends is a risk a scuba diver faces when diving in decompression times and depths. There are actions a scuba diver can take to reduce the risk.
Aug 13, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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A Scuba Diver's Physical Attributes That Impact on Risk of Bends
A scuba diver's physical make-up affect their risk in getting the bends while scuba diving. Knowing these factors means a scuba diver can take precautions.
Aug 13, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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The Windsurfing Short Board Gives Speed and Thrills on the Water
The windsurfing short board is used in the fast, furious action of sailboarding. Wave sailing, jumping, carving turns are all carried out on short boards.
Aug 13, 2010
- Bruce Iliff
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