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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 pastimes — and with good reason. It combines relaxation, community, and...

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 sea cucumber (beche-de-mer) inside Australian waters.  These...

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 markets. But success in global trade is never guaranteed. Market access is...

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 physical effort — it depends on legal rights to access marine and coastal...