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...

The Southern Bluefin Tuna sector is celebrating a historic milestone - Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) sustainability certification for its purse seine fishery. By Brad Collis The Southern Bluefin...

The peak industry body for fishers in Commonwealth waters is revitalising itself, actively pursuing collaborations to advance a viable future for the sector.  By Catherine Norwood  The...

The launch of a groundbreaking new initiative provides public access to up-to-date data about Tasmania’s marine environments and activities.  Tasmania’s Marine Atlas has officially launched,...

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...

After nearly three decades with the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) – and 21 years as Managing Director – Dr Patrick Hone has announced his retirement.  Pictured: Dr...

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...

Research into how changing seagrass habitats affect the survival of the Western Rock Lobster (Panulirus cygnus) during its early juvenile life-cycle stage adds to ongoing efforts to protect this...

Given the growing impacts of climate change on marine environments, leading fisheries scientist Andrew Penney advocates for greater recognition of changing population dynamics in fisheries modelling...