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Seaweed Farming – How Do I Avoid Legal Risks?
Introduction Seaweed farming is emerging as one of Australia’s most promising aquaculture industries. Beyond providing food and fertiliser, seaweed is now being recognised for its role in reducing...
Meet the Driving Force Behind Aquarius Lawyers
Introduction Behind every successful firm is a leader who blends expertise with vision. At Aquarius Lawyers, that leader is Katherine Hawes, Principal Solicitor. With decades of experience in law,...
Key Legal Considerations to Obtain Indigenous Crayfish Quota Allocations in WA
Introduction Western Rock Lobster is Australia’s most valuable fishery, generating over $400 million annually. For Indigenous communities, crayfish is not just a commercial product — it is part of...
Logistics of Exporting Catch to China – The Legal Implications
Introduction China is Australia’s largest seafood export market, especially for high-value species like lobster, abalone, and prawns. The rewards are high — but so are the risks. Exporting to China...
Wild Catch – What Legal Issues Matter?
Introduction Wild catch fishing has always been at the heart of Australia’s seafood industry. From barramundi in the north to rock lobster in the west and abalone in the south, commercial fishers...
Indigenous Commercial Fishing Rights in Australia: Challenges and the Way Forward
Introduction Australia’s seas and coastal waters have sustained Indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Fishing has never been just a source of food — it is central to culture, ceremony, and...
NAMR and Its Role in Australian Aquaculture
Aquaculture is a fast-growing industry in Australia, offering sustainable seafood production and employment in regional communities. As the industry grows, the need for national standards, clear...
Workplace Compliance and Safety What Women Leading Seafood Businesses Need to Consider
Introduction Running a seafood business means managing people, equipment, and food—all of which involve risks. Workplace safety and legal compliance are essential, especially in aquaculture, seafood...
Sustainable Seafood, Sustainable Business Legal Issues for Female Entrepreneurs
Introduction Sustainable seafood means fishing or farming seafood in ways that protect the environment, fish stocks, and local communities. For female entrepreneurs in the seafood industry, building...
Legal Aspects of Sustainability How Women in Seafood Can Navigate Eco-Friendly Regulations
Introduction Sustainability in seafood is not just a trend—it is a legal requirement in many countries. For women running seafood businesses, understanding these eco-friendly regulations is key to...
Navigating Seafood Contracts What Every Female Business Leader Should Know
In the seafood industry, contracts form the backbone of every business transaction. Whether you’re sourcing product, entering a joint venture, exporting goods, or hiring staff, contracts protect...
Catch to Compliance Understanding the Legal Framework Impacting Your Seafood Business
Running a seafood business isn’t just about hauling in the day’s catch or managing logistics. It also involves navigating a complex web of legal rules that govern everything from how you fish to how...
Case Studies Success Stories and Lessons Learned in South America Relative to Aquaculture Farming and Exporting to Countries Like Australia
Aquaculture is a fast-growing global industry, with countries in South America taking the lead in both innovation and export growth. For nations such as Chile, Ecuador, and Brazil, aquaculture...
Building a Resilient Seafood Export Business
Exporting seafood is a great way to grow your business and reach new markets. But international trade also comes with risks. These include currency changes, transport delays, rule changes, and...
Why ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Principles in Aquaculture Matter
Aquaculture is one of the fastest-growing food industries in the world. As global demand for seafood rises, there is also more attention on how fish, shrimp, and shellfish are farmed. Today, buyers,...
The Importance of Skipper Sub-Contractor Agreements in Sharefishing Legal and Tax Essentials in Australia
In Australia's commercial fishing industry, sharefishing arrangements are a common and long-established method of remunerating crew members—particularly skippers—based on a percentage of the catch...
Aquaculture Investment and Funding Opportunities in Australia
Australia has a large and growing aquaculture industry. With its clean waters, advanced technology, and strong demand for seafood, Australia offers great investment and funding opportunities for...
Understanding Local Aquaculture Regulatory Frameworks
Fish farming, or aquaculture, is growing fast in many countries. But to run a safe, legal, and successful aquaculture business, it’s important to follow local rules and regulations. These rules are...
Labelling and Traceability Compliance Essentials in the Seafood Industry
Seafood is one of the most traded food products in the world. Buyers and regulators want to know that seafood is safe, properly labelled, and traceable. Labelling and traceability are essential for...
Tariffs, Duties, and Trade Agreements Importing Seafood to Australia
If you are a seafood exporter thinking about selling to Australia, it’s important to understand how tariffs, duties, and trade agreements work. These can affect the price of your product, your...
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