Caves, 2010 Special interest groups Cave Diving Group The Australian Speleological Federation Cave Diving Group (ASF-CDG) organises cave diving exploration across the Australian continent bring together cave divers from ASF state clubs. The ASF-CDG impresses upon trip leaders to bring the ethics of environmentalism to cave diving, promote science, mapping and safe exploration. Community and statutory recognition A measure of the high regard and respect held for ASF and organised speleology generally in Australia is the federation's representation on advisory boards and committees throughout the country. ASF had statutory representation on the old Board of Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust (NSW) and its Speleological Advisory Committee, and on the Karst Management Advisory Committee of DECC. Seven ASF members have received awards in the Order of Australia honours list (OAM and AM), specifically citing their contribution to knowledge and conservation of cave environments. Another was runner-up in the BHP Environmentalist of the Year award, and yet another received a Rolex award for excellence in conservation. See also Newcastle and Hunter Valley Speleological Society (NHVSS) Sydney Speleological Society (SSS) Sydney University Speleological Society (SUSS) Victorian Speleological Association (VSA) Publications References External links Helictite journal page Further reading Watson, J. R. Australian Conference on Cave Tourism and Management (4th: 1981: Yallingup) Proceedings of the fourth Australian Conference on Cave Tourism and Management: Yallingup, Western Australia, September 1981. hosted jointly by Busselton Tourist Bureau and Australian Speleological Federation. Perth:National Parks Authority, Western Australia and The Federation. Series: Cave management in Australia, 0159-54 15; 4. Environmental organisations based in Australia Caving organizations 1956 establishments in Australia Caving in Australia