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Australia’s cattle industry is one of the best-organised primary production sectors in the country. From the paddock to Parliament, the Cattle Council of Australia and state-based farming bodies...

Who was involved & where it happened A commercial master based at Lakes Entrance (Vic) pleaded guilty in the Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court (15 January 2025) to four offences: two counts of...

Who was involved & where it happened Two commercial fishers linked to a Commonwealth-regulated vessel fishing east of Wilsons Promontory (Vic) pleaded guilty in the Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court...

Introduction As warmer weather returns across Australia, recreational fishers are dusting off their rods and heading out to beaches, rivers, and reefs. Fishing is one of the nation’s favourite...

Who was involved & where it happened Nineteen Indonesian nationals appeared in the Darwin Local Court in two linked matters after Australian authorities intercepted separate vessels targeting...

Introduction Australian seafood is world-renowned for its quality, freshness, and sustainability. From wild-caught prawns to farmed salmon, our products command premium prices in international...

Introduction The ocean is vast, but access to its resources is increasingly contested. For Australia’s seafood industry, the ability to catch fish or farm aquaculture is not simply a matter of...

Introduction Behind every catch, every farm, and every export container in Australia’s seafood industry are people. The sector relies on a diverse workforce — from fishers and aquaculture...

Introduction Climate change is not a distant threat for the seafood industry — it is already here. Rising ocean temperatures, changing currents, acidification, and more frequent extreme weather...

Introduction The seafood industry is in the middle of a technological revolution. Artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain traceability, drones, remote sensing, and smart gear are no longer science...

Introduction The seafood industry in Australia is undergoing a transformation. No longer is it enough to land a good catch and send it to market. Today’s consumers want more. They want to know where...

Carbon credits in aquaculture are tied to the capture or removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through biological processes in marine farming systems. This is known as blue carbon. Key...

Introduction For wild catch fishers, inspection is part of the job. Fisheries officers have broad powers to board vessels, check gear, and inspect catch. Most inspections are routine — but sometimes...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...