Increases in predictable human-derived food resources have been linked to population increases of gull species worldwide. The Silver Gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) is a long lived, opportunistic seabird whose population numbers have increased near Australian population centres (Smith 1995;...

During the last 20 years offshore recreational fishing effort for rocky reef species in southern Queensland has been increasing dramatically as a result of population growth and increasing boat ownership. The availability of advanced GPS and sounder technology as well as the use of braid lines and...

The lobster supply chain involves many stakeholders in the flow from ocean to plate. To ensure that product flows quickly and under strict temperature control, each leg and handover needs to controlled, consistent and focused on quality to the end consumer. The application was developed specifically...

Estuaries provide crucial habitats for numerous commercially and recreationally important fish species (Haedrich 1983, Potter et al. 1990, Elliot and Dewailly 1995, Valesini et al. 1997). Some marine species use estuaries either as a nursery area or for more protracted periods, while other species...

This application has been developed by SARDI in partnership with the Australian Council of Prawn Fisheries (ACPF) and the Australian Seafood Cooperative Research Centre (ASCRC) in response to several technical trade problems. The final project application has been reviewed by ACPF members (Stephen...