Seafood Industry Victoria (SIV) is a not-for-profit, non-government organisation. SIV is the representative peak body for the Victorian seafood industry, from professional fishers through to wholesale, processors and retail.
WE ARE YOUR SEAFOOD INDUSTRY!
Showcasing the unity and diversity of people, jobs and skills in the amazing Seafood industry, the hard working members of your community who put fresh, local seafood on your plate. A united industry that spans generations, ethnicities and regions.
An industry that deserves recognition and celebration!
An industry that deserves recognition and celebration!
COVID-19
The Victorian Government has announced mandatory vaccination requirements for all authorised providers and authorised workers (APAW) who are not working from home.
The Victorian Government has announced that restrictions will ease from 11:59pm on Thursday 21 October as Victoria is set to hit its 70 per cent double dose vaccination target .
NEWS
Market Access Advice - China Requirements for Imported Food
and Overseas Food Establishments
Following the recent presentation given to the group on China's new Decrees (No. 248 & 249) regarding new requirements for exports of food to China, particularly dairy, fish, honey and edible non-prescribed goods. Attached is the updated market access advice from the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment (DAWE).
Please note while the new requirements will enter into effect from 1 January 2022, registration applications for some commodities must be completed by 5:00pm 22 October 2021. For enquiries on this matter please contact DAWE at exportlisting@agriculture.gov.au.
Market Access Advice - China Requirements for Imported Food
and Overseas Food Establishments
Following the recent presentation given to the group on China's new Decrees (No. 248 & 249) regarding new requirements for exports of food to China, particularly dairy, fish, honey and edible non-prescribed goods. Attached is the updated market access advice from the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment (DAWE).
Please note while the new requirements will enter into effect from 1 January 2022, registration applications for some commodities must be completed by 5:00pm 22 October 2021. For enquiries on this matter please contact DAWE at exportlisting@agriculture.gov.au.
AMSA - Public Consultation on latest proposal for a new near coastal qualifications framework
AMSA has been working to develop a nationally consistent and simplified qualifications framework that is relevant to a wide range of roles and operations, while maintaining safety standards.
In this consultation AMSA is asking industry for their feedback on the proposed final draft marine order. They also want to know whether the supporting guidelines are simple to follow.
The consultation closes 14 November 2021.
For more information please click below:
AMSA - Public Consultation on latest proposal for a new near coastal qualifications framework
AMSA has been working to develop a nationally consistent and simplified qualifications framework that is relevant to a wide range of roles and operations, while maintaining safety standards.
In this consultation AMSA is asking industry for their feedback on the proposed final draft marine order. They also want to know whether the supporting guidelines are simple to follow.
The consultation closes 14 November 2021.
For more information please click below:
AMSA National Compliance Plan 2021-22
New AMSA compliance plan outlines the five focus areas for 2021-2022.
AMSA National Compliance Plan 2021-22
New AMSA compliance plan outlines the five focus areas for 2021-2022.
Indian Ocean Territory Marine Parks Proclamation Proposal released for Public Comment
The proclamation proposal provides the proposed marine park designs, describing their area, location and zoning and the general rules that would apply within them. The proposed parks would increase Australia's marine park coverage from 37 to 45 percent of our waters, an area of 744,000 square kilometres. The proposal is available for comment until 6 December via the IOT marine parks website.
Stay Afloat - Mental Health Training
The Stay Afloat Mental Health program for the seafood industry has launched Round 2 of their Community Resilience Grants. As a key partner of SIA, SIV strongly encourages our members to enquire and apply for these grants of up to $2,000. The funds are intended to support activities that bring industry communities together, in person , or online. The application process is quick and simple. Jo Marshall, Program Manager can be contacted on 0408 008 344 or on email at jo@seafoodindustryausralia.com.au to chat about ideas or to get assistance to file the application form which can be found here.
The Stay Afloat Mental Health program for the seafood industry has launched Round 2 of their Community Resilience Grants. As a key partner of SIA, SIV strongly encourages our members to enquire and apply for these grants of up to $2,000. The funds are intended to support activities that bring industry communities together, in person , or online. The application process is quick and simple. Jo Marshall, Program Manager can be contacted on 0408 008 344 or on email at jo@seafoodindustryausralia.com.au to chat about ideas or to get assistance to file the application form which can be found here.
Seafood Industry Victoria partners with Heritage Victoria in reporting shipwreck discoveries
Commercial fishers can provide valuable information on the location of missing shipwrecks. For this reason, Seafood Industry Victoria has partnered with Heritage Victoria in the Shipwreck Discovery Program aimed at encouraging fishers to report finds. For more information click below.
Commercial fishers can provide valuable information on the location of missing shipwrecks. For this reason, Seafood Industry Victoria has partnered with Heritage Victoria in the Shipwreck Discovery Program aimed at encouraging fishers to report finds. For more information click below.
Annual report
Seafood Industry Victoria is pleased to present the Annual Report for 2018/2019 and 2019/2020
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Sustainability and Responsibility
The Victorian seafood industry proudly practices sustainable fisheries management and is taking proactive measures to ensure a catch for tomorrow
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Local and healthy seafood
Victorian harvested seafood is a local source of healthy food. Seafood is crucial for providing micronutrients and protein, especially for pregnant women, growing children and the elderly
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Regional communities
For over 150 years Victorian seafood harvesters and their small businesses have been part of the fabric and economy of Victorian coastal communities
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