Our Story & Team

Dean has been a Master of multiple commercial vessels for the last 10 years. He has gained extensive knowledge from operating these vessels here in Australia, New Zealand and Europe. During this time, he also lived, breathed and dove the expanse of coast off Brunswick, Byron Bay & Ballina. Over the years, Dean has gained invaluable local knowledge and unparalleled understanding of these waters and bar crossings.Falling in love with the ocean at a very young age, Dean grew up exploring local rock pools and diving the underwater playground he found so fascinating. He has a profound appreciation for this area and the ocean itself. Dean enjoys offering the opportunity to truly connect with the aquatic world and raise awareness of preservation aboard his vessel. He is very proud to live in such a beautiful part of the world and loves sharing incredible oceanic experiences with others. Dean states “I have turned my passion into a way of life.”

An all round waterman born and raised in Ballina, Angus started gaining nautical experience as a chef on various surf charter boats in the Mentawai islands. After discovering an absolute passion for the ocean and marine culture he further pursued his career acquiring his Master >24 & MED3 to become a Skipper/Operations Manager on some of the best and most renowned surf charter boats in Indonesia and the Pacific. After returning home to Ballina due to COVID 19 Angus found his feet securing the absolute dream job amongst the elements with Out of the Blue. There he found his new passion for marine life and conservation. Being brought up right next to the river in Ballina, Angus is highly capable and confident in assessing and tackling the bar on a daily basis using this skill set for Whale watching, dolphin cruises, Byron coastal tours and also as a Volunteer for Marine Rescue. On his days off, you can find Angus still out on the water doing what he enjoys most, amongst the big swells tow surfing or Hydro foiling.

Alessandro, originally from Italy, has lived in Australia for several years. In his early twenties Al started sailing in the Adriatic Sea and Venetian lagoon in various size monohulls. Upon moving to Australia, where he fell in love with the underwater world, the next chapter involved becoming a Dive Guide at the prestine ‘Nguthungulli’ Julian Rocks Marine Park. A life-long learner with a curious attitude, and deep admirer of boats, Alessandro then embraced the path of a Skipper. With experience in beach launches and driving through busy well known surf-break ‘The Pass’ in Byron Bay, he has been lucky to learn from numerous highly experienced Skippers in the region, which gives him good knowledge on reading waves and the ocean. When he’s not driving boats, you’ll find him above the water sailing or underneath it diving with sea creatures. In Al’s words, “I’m so lucky and grateful to have found the ocean as my playground, where I can learn and keep growing.”

Della’s duties tend to go under the radar of our customers. She may spend the majority of the day sleeping under the desk but she is a great team player who provides all important office assistance, by supporting the whole team with her enthusiasm and loving nature.

Kasia specialises in Marketing, Operations and Customer Service. Although based in the office assisting Owner, Dean, with the management of our small business, Kasia is also qualified in Environmental Science. After a lifelong passion for the ocean and marine life, she has actively supported Dolphin Research in the Moray Firth, Scotland, volunteered for Seabird Rescue in Australia and the UK, and has grown up and worked on various vessels at sea across Europe, the US and Bahamas. She has lived in the local area for the last 10 years and strives to create more sustainable business practices, as well as ensuring outstanding and memorable experiences for all our customers.