New research into the handling practices of Blue Swimmer Crabs (Portunus armatus) will help fishers pursue higher-value, live markets for their catch. By Catherine Norwood With live crabs...

A community sentiment survey has revealed a striking gap in public understanding about how Australia’s commercial fisheries and marine parks coexist – a discussion piece that could have major...

Now in its 31st year, the Australian Wooden Boat Festival sees thousands flock to celebrate the biggest and best in wooden boats and maritime culture in Tasmania.  The grey skies and southerly...

One of the highest research priorities for Snapper is the development of reliable independent methods to monitor population trends and inform management decisions. This is part of the focus of the...

The safe and effective use of the chemical trichlorfon has been validated for use on Australian prawn farms to prevent the spread of the devastating white spot disease. By Catherine...

Research into the dynamics of Rock Flathead (Platycephalus laevigatus) in Victoria’s Corner Inlet fishery has provided surprising new insights into the species which will better inform future...

The unique biochemical composition of abalone is providing clues to potential new uses for waste and transforming viscera, blood and shells into value-added products. By Catherine Norwood Abalone...

A groundbreaking new report from the Regional Circularity Cooperative charts an innovative path for the fishing and aquaculture sectors to embrace a circular economy.  By Dempsey Ward While...

A sector-led initiative to reduce the bycatch of sea snakes in prawn trawlers, is refining a new snake escape device and testing its effectiveness in three major prawn fisheries.  By Catherine...

A groundbreaking online training initiative for the food service sector aims to strengthen awareness of Australia’s wild-caught Prawn fisheries and the rich culinary diversity they offer.   By...