Media Release

13 February 2003

SA FRAB LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

South Australian fishing industry participants will have access to the latest information on research and development activities in their State with the launch of the South Australian Fisheries Research Advisory Board's (SAFRAB's) new website. Details of the recently published SA Fisheries and Aquaculture 5-Year R&D Strategy are featured, along with a wealth of other useful information.

SAFRAB Chairman, Mr Richard Stevens said the website strengthens communication of the Board's activities with all stakeholders and serves the consistent aim of developing an informed approach to R&D in this important industry while strengthening collaborative links between stakeholders.

"SAFRAB is all about encouraging our stakeholders to look for and implement innovative ways of improving their business so it is important that we 'practice what we preach' and take advantage of new communication technologies", said Mr Stevens.

"The site provides up to date information on the fishing industry in South Australia, the role of the SAFRAB, South Australia's fishery environment and ecology, research priorities and a user-friendly guide for funding applicants.

"The Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) has strongly supported the initiative in recognition of the important role that all State FRABs play in FRDC's funding process and the strategic development of our national fisheries.

Mr Stevens reiterated that the fishing industry continues to strive for higher intellectual and commercial partnerships among key stakeholder groups and FRDC's role in supporting the work of all State FRABs has been pivotal.

The new site can be accessed at: www.fishresearch.sa.gov.au.

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Further information:
Mr Richard Stevens, Chairman, SAFRAB. Ph: 08 8362 8066

Editor's note: An electronic copy of this release is available at: http://www.frdc.com.au/news/media_releases/index.htm