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!
NEWS
COVID19 Update- Sensible winter settings to keep Victorians safe
From 11.59pm Friday 24 June changes to the Pandemic Orders come into effect
From 11.59pm Friday 24 June changes to the Pandemic Orders come into effect
Upgrading the LEFL South Jetty in Lakes Entrance
The Andrews Labour Government is upgrading a popular jetty in Lakes Entrance to benefit boaters, fishers and visitors to the area.
Minister for Ports and Freight Melissa Horne said the Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative South Jetty on Bullock Island
will be rebuilt, as part of an $18 million package for piers and jetties across Victoria.
To read the full media release click below.
The Andrews Labour Government is upgrading a popular jetty in Lakes Entrance to benefit boaters, fishers and visitors to the area.
Minister for Ports and Freight Melissa Horne said the Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative South Jetty on Bullock Island
will be rebuilt, as part of an $18 million package for piers and jetties across Victoria.
To read the full media release click below.
Blue Green Algae Advice Downgraded across the Gippsland Lakes
A recent cold snap is helping disperse blue-green algae, with the entire Gippsland Lakes system and the ocean now deemed safe for contact with water:
In summary:
A recent cold snap is helping disperse blue-green algae, with the entire Gippsland Lakes system and the ocean now deemed safe for contact with water:
In summary:
- The ‘No contact with water’ recreation advice has now been removed across the entire Gippsland Lakes and the ocean. It is now deemed safe for contact with water.
- The Seafood Advisory remains in place to not eat Shellfish, such as mussels, crabs and prawns from anywhere in the Gippsland Lakes or the Ocean from McLoughlins Beach through to Marlo.
- Fish caught from anywhere in the Gippsland Lakes or the ocean should be gutted, gilled and washed thoroughly in fresh water prior to cooking, with the guts and gills discarded.
- Test results from seafood samples caught from inside the Gippsland Lakes are showing very high levels of toxins.
- Signage in place for no contact with water across the Gippsland Lakes is currently being removed, however the seafood advisory signage will remain in place until seafood test results come back below safe levels, which may take some time.
Prof. Ray Hilborn announced as Seafood Directions Conference Keynote Speaker
To celebrate World Ocean Day the Seafood Direction Conference is please to announce pre-eminent marine biologist and fisheries scientist, Professor Ray Hilborn as a keynote speaker.
“Ray is a world-leading Professor at the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, University of Washington, specialising in natural resource management and conservation, who will present a talk titled, ‘How to sustain food from the seas while protecting marine ecosystems’.”
To celebrate World Ocean Day the Seafood Direction Conference is please to announce pre-eminent marine biologist and fisheries scientist, Professor Ray Hilborn as a keynote speaker.
“Ray is a world-leading Professor at the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, University of Washington, specialising in natural resource management and conservation, who will present a talk titled, ‘How to sustain food from the seas while protecting marine ecosystems’.”
Fishers Filming Fishers Competition
WIN UP TO $5000!
This competition is open to all commercial fishers including skippers and crew. Fishers need to use their mobile phone or other video recording device to film themselves and/or other fishers engaged in a safe working practice at sea or at a wharf. The winner will be publicly announced at Seafood Directions in Brisbane on 13-15 September 2022. The winner will also receive a travel prize to attend Seafood Directions, including airfare, accommodation and meals.
This award is sponsored by SeSafe, Australia Bay Seafoods, Tuna Australia and the Spencer Gulf & Western Coast Prawn Fishermen's Association.
For more information click here
WIN UP TO $5000!
This competition is open to all commercial fishers including skippers and crew. Fishers need to use their mobile phone or other video recording device to film themselves and/or other fishers engaged in a safe working practice at sea or at a wharf. The winner will be publicly announced at Seafood Directions in Brisbane on 13-15 September 2022. The winner will also receive a travel prize to attend Seafood Directions, including airfare, accommodation and meals.
This award is sponsored by SeSafe, Australia Bay Seafoods, Tuna Australia and the Spencer Gulf & Western Coast Prawn Fishermen's Association.
For more information click here
Ticket Sales are now OPEN - Seafood Directions 2022
For the first time since 2019, the national seafood industry will be converging in Queensland to attend the industry's premier ideas, innovation and networking event.
Early-bird ticket sales are available until Friday, June 24.
For the first time since 2019, the national seafood industry will be converging in Queensland to attend the industry's premier ideas, innovation and networking event.
Early-bird ticket sales are available until Friday, June 24.
National Fisheries Plan 2022-2030
This week the National Fisheries Plan 2022-2030 has been released. The plan is designed to drive the sustainable growth of Australia's fishing, aquaculture and seafood community to achieve the 2030 ag-targets.
This week the National Fisheries Plan 2022-2030 has been released. The plan is designed to drive the sustainable growth of Australia's fishing, aquaculture and seafood community to achieve the 2030 ag-targets.
Victorian fishery leading the way in sustainable seafood say leading marine conservation group.
One Victorian fishery assessed by the Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) as taking the right approach to looking after our oceans. The Corner Inlet fishery in South Gippsland recently implemented new regulations that limit their fishing effort to assist with the sustainability of stocks in a bay that is rich in marine flora and fauna.
One Victorian fishery assessed by the Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) as taking the right approach to looking after our oceans. The Corner Inlet fishery in South Gippsland recently implemented new regulations that limit their fishing effort to assist with the sustainability of stocks in a bay that is rich in marine flora and fauna.
Temporary crewing permits available from AMSA.
As many primary production industries continue to battle labour shortages, AMSA has advised domestic commercial vessels may be able to operate temporarily below the minimum crewing requirements that apply to the vessel. Temporary crewing permits may be issues for up to three months.
Further information is available via the link below. To apply for a temporary crewing permit, you must complete an application for temporary crewing form 779 and submit it to dcvapplications@amsa.gov.au.
As many primary production industries continue to battle labour shortages, AMSA has advised domestic commercial vessels may be able to operate temporarily below the minimum crewing requirements that apply to the vessel. Temporary crewing permits may be issues for up to three months.
Further information is available via the link below. To apply for a temporary crewing permit, you must complete an application for temporary crewing form 779 and submit it to dcvapplications@amsa.gov.au.
Seafood Industry Victoria partners with Heritage Victoria in reporting shipwreck discoveries
Annual report
Seafood Industry Victoria is pleased to present the Annual Report for 2019/2020 and 2020/2021
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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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