Bailey Hendy

"So far it has definitely been a life changing experience for me meeting all the people and connecting with the animals," Bailey said.

Bailey is the “surfer-kid” of the Rookie team, with boundless energy and a confident persona. Set to be the Australian heart throb of Blue Zoo, he likes to be the centre of attention and though his attention can drift, he makes up for it in witty retorts and enthusiasm for every task he undertakes.

Bailey has grown up in and around the water and is never more alive than when he’s exploring the oceans of the world. Growing up in the beautiful waters of South East Queensland and being the son of World Ironman Champion Trevor Hendy, he was always destined to live half of his life in the water. From his first time on his Dad’s surfboard as a one year old through to his swims with dolphins, whales and turtles off the back of the family jet ski, he has always looked completely comfortable and at home in the water. His love for the ocean, his thirst for adventure and his respect for all creatures great and small means that at the age of 15 he already has many incredible fishy tales to tell. From surfing, skateboarding, stand up paddling, giant cliff jumps in Bali, rock running, breath training and body surfing cyclone swells, he has also built quite an extreme skill set. Bailey is also renowned for his huge smile and his ability to make everyone laugh.