Dianne The Mermaid

30/08/2024

The Great Barrier Reef is a pretty magical place, you never quite know what’s going to swim in! 🧜🏼‍♀️✨ On the shores of Lizard Island at sunset, a mermaid has been spotted relaxing on the rocks at Watson’s Bay Beach 🤗

24/08/2024

Join me at Watson’s Bay tonight at 5pm to get photos with a real life mermaid and watch the sunset 🧜🏼‍♀️ Everyone is welcome!

28/05/2024

If you dream of swimming like a mermaid, this is your chance! I have availability in June for mermaid courses. Head to my website to learn more (link in bio).

I teach Mermaid Courses from Basic to Advanced, catering for a range of skill levels. Reach out if you have any questions.

11/05/2024

Beautiful cloudy sunrise on Magnetic Island to start the day 🥰

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03/05/2024

Let’s play mermaids 🧜🏼‍♀️

📸 An awesome pool shoot with

14/04/2024

Dreamy moments beneath the surface 🧜🏼‍♀️

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07/04/2024

Sudbury Cay on the Great Barrier Reef is a mermaid’s paradise! 🧜🏼‍♀️🐚 Relax on the beautiful soft sand island, and explore the surrounding reef and azure waters 🪸🏝️ If you havn’t visited before, it’s definitely one to add to your bucket list. Plus you might also spot a mermaid if you’re lucky!

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30/03/2024

Mermaids spotted at Sudbury Cay! 🐚🧜🏼‍♀️🪸

23/03/2024

I’m done adulting, let’s be mermaids. 🧜🏼‍♀️

16/03/2024

Just a coupla washed up mermaids 🧜🏼‍♀️

11/03/2024

A beautiful day today swimming in the pristine blue waters amongst the boulders at Greens Pool 🧜🏼‍♀️

06/12/2023

Swimming South for the Summer 🌞🧜🏼‍♀️ I will be making my way down the east coast to the waters around Sydney and Newcastle.

23/11/2023

Obsessed with the sand cays on the Great Barrier Reef! 🏝️ These sandy havens are dynamic ecosystems, shaped by ocean currents and hosting unique marine life. Cays on the Great Barrier Reef play a crucial role in bird nesting grounds, contributing to the delicate balance of this underwater paradise.

06/09/2023

Mermaid dreams do come true! 🧜🏼‍♀️🐚 Last night the tide was just right for me to swim out of the Great Barrier Reef and into the DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns “Under The Sea” themed room for an epic staycation.

How incredible is this room 😍 I’ll definitely be back!

DoubleTree by Hilton

16/07/2023

Weather you are preparing for your upcoming mermaid course, or looking to improve on the mermaid skills you have learnt, these five fitness techniques will be instrumental in your mermaid journey.

Mermaid fitness is about more than just swimming. It's about embodying the grace and beauty of a mermaid in the water. This involves a combination of overall strength, flexibility, performance skills, and of course, mastering breath hold techniques. Weather you are preparing for your upcoming mermai...

03/07/2023

Every mermaid needs a reusable drink bottle that matches their outfit ✅

02/07/2023

🏝️🐚 Visitors exploring the Daintree Rainforest this school holidays had the surprise of spotting a real life mermaid on the shore at yesterday!

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08/06/2023

Underwater is where tranquility and discovery intertwine. Beneath the surface, a delicate balance unfolds as vibrant coral reefs teem with life, mysterious creatures glide with grace, and sunlight dances through undulating waves.

In this vast aquatic classroom, the ocean unveils its secrets, reminding us of its profound importance to our planet and its intricate ecosystems. As I hold my breath, I am reminded of the vital role these magnificent waters play in regulating our climate, producing oxygen, and providing a home to an array of marine species.

Let us celebrate the boundless beauty and untamed power of the oceans today and every day, and let us dive deeper into knowledge, awareness, and sustainable actions for a thriving marine future.

Happy world oceans day 🌎

31/05/2023

What’s your favourite thing to see on the Great Barrier Reef? Here’s just a few of mine!
> Giant Clam
> Green Sea Turtle
> Blue Sea Star 🌟

Shot on my GoPro on trips out to Mackay Reef 🪸

25/05/2023

Up where they walk, up where they run, up where they stay all day in the sun 🌞 Wandering free - wish I could be, part of that world. 🧜🏼‍♀️
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Channeling my inner Little Mermaid since the new movie came out TODAY! Can’t wait to get myself to the movies to see it.

If you want to channel your inner mermaid, contact me to learn more about my mermaid courses for a range of ages and skills. Website in bio!

Shout out to for capturing this epic photo at Green Island on Sunday.

17/05/2023

This is still one of my favourite turtle photos I’ve ever taken, and one of the most playful Juvenile green sea turtles I’ve ever come across! 🤗

Taken in January 2020 at Mackay Reef with - and every time I have been out to the Great Barrier Reef with them, I have had the opportunity to swim with turtles. Such an epic experience, and I highly recommend!

13/05/2023

Are you ready to embrace your inner mermaid? 🐚✨ Join my PADI basic mermaid courses, running on weekends!

🌟 Become a Mermaid:
The basic mermaid course is open to anyone over the age of 6. All my courses are taught 1 on 1 so I can customise the experience to the individuals skills and desires. Learn how to swim in the mermaid fin & tail elegantly, how to pose underwater and safe diving practices.

🏡 I Swim To You:
I offer sessions in the comfort of your own home pool. 🏠 This is especially perfect for kids, as they feel at ease while learning and exploring the magical world of mermaids. 🧜‍♀️🌈💦

🌐 Visit My Website:
Curious to learn more? Dive deeper into the details and book your spot today! 📲💻 Simply click the link in my bio for more information about course pricing, and to secure your date. 📚🧜‍♀️✨

📣 Don't let this opportunity swim away! Contact me now to reserve your spot and let the mermaid within you shine! 🌟💕🧜‍♀️

Ps. Congratulations to recently certified PADI Basic Mermaid Ava (pictured) who was a superstar!

10/05/2023

This mermaid is on a quest for the perfect pool! 🏊🏼‍♀️ & I are planning a creative underwater photoshoot. Any local hotels with a stunning pool that could be our aquatic sanctuary for an hour or so, we would be forever grateful! 🧜‍♀️✨

08/05/2023

Picture this: tiny islands popping up in the middle of nowhere, created by a fabulous mix of sand, coral debris, and a touch of magic! 🧜‍♀️🐚 These enchanting cays boast sandy beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters with beautiful reefs & marine life that will leave you breathless. 🏖️🌊🪸

But here's the real twist: these cays are shape-shifting wonders! They dance and transform with the whims of the ocean currents, tides, and wild weather patterns 🌬️🌪️

Whether you're a mermaid seeking pristine beaches or an adventurer ready to snorkel with incredible marine life, these ever-changing cays offer the ultimate paradise experience on the Great Barrier Reef. 🐠✨

22/04/2023

14/04/2023

Great insight into the PADI Mermaid courses 😊

Professional mermaid Maxine McLaughlin caught up with Today Extra to discuss her unique career.

12/04/2023

What a lovely evening! Thank you to all the little merlings that came and said hello at Pelican Foreshore and watched the sunset with me 🥰 Such a great turnout and some very interesting questions! 😋 I hope to see you all again someday soon.

02/04/2023

Spent today relaxing on a beautiful cay of the Great Barrier Reef 🧜🏼‍♀️🌞 I love my life.

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26/03/2023

Big congratulations to Mermaid Indi who recently became a PADI Basic Mermaid 🧜🏼‍♀️ ✅ During the course Indi mastered the skills of correct buddy procedures, correct breathing techniques before and after each dive, correct duck diving techniques and efficient dolphin kick swimming underwater with no mask! Incredible skills to learn as a 6yr old and I can’t wait to see her skills only improve as she continues her mermaid journey 😊

The PADI Basic mermaid course is suited to a range of levels - weather you are already an adult freediver, or a 6yr old just starting your underwater adventures. Visit my website to learn more! (Link in bio)

Big thank you to Indi’s parents .flack & for capturing these moments on camera!

25/03/2023

MERMAID HAIR SCRUNCHIES by Ava’s Sewing Creations 🧜🏼‍♀️💕
Upcoming student Ava (7yrs old) has bought some mermaid fabric to make some of her awesome scrunchies.
She also creates scrunchies in lots of different colours and patterns, check out her page & buy some today.