Published: 15 August 2024 Updated: 14 October 2024

Giving back to the community is at the heart of every commercial fisher. 

Discover the passion of fishers who are committed to providing communities with fresh, local seafood while also educating about its value. 


Ocean Insights: Fishing for future generations

Commercial fishers are passionate about keeping coastal towns economically viable by providing jobs to local fisheries who in turn provide fresh, ethically caught seafood to our community. 

“Us as fishers - we’re custodians of the water – it’s in our best interest to look after the smaller fish and return them to the water, because that is our future,” says skipper Gavin Jackman.  

Hear how Gavin, Bryn Westerberg and Trenton Brennan are fishing (and cooking) for our future generations.
 


Dive Deeper - Stewart Kempton

Stewart Kempton, a young WA based fisher has one thing to say: 

Frozen, Imported Seafood ❌ 

Fresh, local seafood ✅   
 


Ocean Insights: Family Ties 

Queensland's commercial wild catch sector operates with a high degree of transparency. Why? There's little room for error, and a strong emphasis on sustainable practices. 

“You can’t say you are doing the right thing; you have to show you are doing the right thing,” Commercial fisher Mike Soady says.  

Witness Mike and other commercial fishers' display their dedication to responsible fishing practices and their deep respect for the marine environment.
 


Dive Deeper - Glen Hill 

Discover the art of tasting fresh, wild-caught seafood.  

Glen Hill from Coorong Wild Seafood reveals how to appreciate the subtle flavours and textures, just like a wine connoisseur. 
 


Dive Deeper - Jodie Zerna 

South Australian eateries, such as My Grandma Ben, are committed to reducing food waste by incorporating sustainable options into their menus.  

This has led to the popularity of Carp, a locally abundant fish that Jodie Zerna, owner of My Grandma Ben, states can be prepared in numerous delicious ways. 
 


Take a deep dive into Commercial wild catch

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Take a deep dive: Commercial wild catch fishing


This work is an output of FRDC Project 2022-209 (Digital Campaign: Innovation, sustainability, labour retention in Western Australian inshore fisheries - National video stories investment 

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