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2019-09-01

Science briefs

BIOLOGY: Mantis shrimp super strength inspires material design Mantis fighting and using telson. Photo: Roy Caldwell The ability of the mantis shrimp to survive attacks from fellow shrimp without being injured is providing inspiration for the creation of new lightweight protective...
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2019-09-01

FISH Vol 27 3

FISH is the official newsletter of the Fisheries Research & Development Corporation. It is published quarterly in March, June, September and December. The hard copy version is distributed widely throughout the industry via direct mail. To obtain a hard copy of "FISH", please fill in your details...
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2019-05-31

Tapping into fishers' motivations

Insight into what motivates recreational fishers across the nation is expected to help improve both the experience and fisheries management into the future By Tiffany Paczek Fishers of all ages are needed for the new national survey. Photo: Matt Daniel, ABARES It has...
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2019-05-31

Prawn venture heralds aquaculture step-up

As aquaculture progresses from niche to large-scale operations requiring teams of skilled workers, a major new venture, Project Sea Dragon, is creating economic development and job opportunities Black Tiger Prawns (Penaeus monodon) Photo: Seafarms Group One of the largest...
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2019-05-31

Lessons from across the seas

Cultural pride, leadership and collaboration were highlights of an Australian delegation’s trip to learn more about Māori involvement in New Zealand fisheries By Annabel Boyer Australian delegate Mick Gilby on a tour of the Port Nicholson Fisheries rock lobster processing plant. Photo:...
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2019-05-31

Seafood Directions to make community connections

Plans to kickstart action on industry issues, and to bring consumers along on the seafood journey, are part of a new format for the national conference Story and photo Catherine Norwood Seafood Industry Victoria executive director Johnathon Davey, pictured at the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival,...
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2019-05-31

Deep dive to new ocean frontiers

Victoria’s new data-rich marine ecosystem maps and models have revealed important patterns in the dynamics of Southern Rock Lobster and Blacklip Abalone fisheries, which will improve management of these high-value species By Gio Braidotti What lies beneath . . . a composite image of...
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2019-05-31

Sustainability lesson from our ancient past

Insight gained from Indigenous customs has changed Bryan Denny’s approach to commercial fishing and encouraged his efforts to share these perspectives Story Catherine Norwood Photos Robyn Denny Melurkedee man and commercial fisher Bryan Denny says taking the time to be...
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2019-05-31

Australia's fish 'n' chippers step back up to the plate

When it comes to that iconic Australian experience of sharing fish and chips, the national awards are upping the ante about what customers might expect By Elisabeth Howie Freshly cooked appetisers served at the 2018 Fish and Chips Awards. Photo: Kyaw Kyaw Soe...
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2019-05-31

Australia's shark status update

A report card on the health of Australia’s shark and ray populations gives a tick to most species under Australia’s care and identifies where action is needed By Bianca Nogrady Greynurse shark Photo: Shutterstock One of the more heated debates to stir the blood...
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