Lack of / poor quality data is a major constraint to optimal RD&E design and demonstrably effective outcomes for the recreational fishing sector. Simply put, we are unable/less able to manage what we can not define and measure. Sound investment in all 14 Strategic Themes in the current RD&E Plan...

APPLICATION RATIONALE: This application was developed to support the research needed to further Aboriginal aspirations for full and effective involvement in all aspects of the use and management of fisheries resources in N.S.W. Building on the N.S.W. Indigenous Fisheries Strategy 2003 the NSW...

The development and implementation of harvest strategies is considered a crucial step to improving fishery management in Australia (Smith et al, 2008) and internationally (Cadrin et al., 2004; Cadrin and Pastoors, 2008). The Commonwealth Fisheries Harvest Strategy Policy and Guidelines (HSP) is...

This application has been developed to support the Tasmanian Salmonid Growers Association (TSGA) in its discussions regarding the design, construction and operation of an Experimental Aquaculture Facility in Tasmania. Discussions and planning to date have involved: UTAS, Tassal, Huon Aquaculture,...