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Science briefs

Discovery Shrimp, you are here Photo: Dr. Arthur Anker UFG A pink-clawed shrimp that makes noise loud enough to kill small fish has been named in honour of British band Pink Floyd. Synalpheus pink oydi was discovered by a group of analysts from the UK, Brazil and the US, off...
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Best practise the focus of national "Gone Fishing" campaign

In the recreational fishing sector, there is increased emphasis on the ‘responsible’ behaviour of participants to underpin continuing access to the nation’s fisheries resources By Catherine Norwood The first national Gone Fishing Day, held in October 2016, has been hailed a great success,...
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One fish, two fish, your fish, my fish

In the contested space of resource sharing, economics can provide one means of taking the conversation forward By Sarah Jennings and Annabel Boyer Photo: Catherine Norwood Access to fish underpins myriad different benefits to people – food, income, employment, recreation and cultural...
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Fisheries in the school zone

An online education resource is helping teachers to equip their students with knowledge about primary production in Australia By Melissa Marino Australia’s food and fibre industries – including fisheries – are being highlighted in schools thanks to Primezone, a web-based resource that...
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On the Atlantic Salmon Trail

An opportunity to investigate the supply chain of Atlantic Salmon with Tasmanian producer Petuna offers insight into the many players needed to bring Australia’s favourite fresh fish to our tables By Catherine Norwood Viewed from the outside, there is barely a hint of the fervent activity...
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Native properties in river clean up campaign

A range of measures in concert with the eradication of carp from waterways could provide the key to the restoration of Australia’s inland fisheries By Bianca Nogrady They might be prized as a source of protein in some parts of the world, but in Australia carp remain defiantly among the...
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Quality assurance for fisheries science

Ensuring the quality of scientific information used to manage Australia’s fisheries and marine ecosystems is important in earning the trust of stakeholders and the community in the decision-making process By Andrew Penny During the past 30 years or more there has been growing public mistrust...
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Oxygen engineer wins FRDC award

An innovation award recognises potential uses in aquaculture for new oxygen generation technology By Tom Bicknell Dr Kim Ritman (Chief Scientist, ABARES), Dr Patrick Hone (Executive Director, FRDC), Mr Kevin Rassool, Anne Ruston (Senator for South Australia and Assistant Minister for...
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Shark smart

Tracking technologies have given scientists and authorities new tools to aid in the quest for people and sharks to peacefully coexist A White Shark By Annabel Boyer The need to prevent shark attacks on swimmers and surfers while also protecting these top-order predators has led...
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On common ground

A multi-faceted career helps Chris Calogeras represent a diverse range of fishery perspectives and ensure every voice has a chance to be heard By Annabel Boyer Chris Calogeras in Moreton Bay, where he worked with Tunnel Net fishers to develop a code of conduct. Photo: Chris...
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