Seafood Industry Victoria (SIV) is a not-for-profit, non-government organisation. SIV is the representative peak body for the Victorian seafood industry with a membership encompassing a broad range of stakeholders from across the seafood supply chain.
SIV aims to continue building and informing an ecologically sustainable and thriving seafood industry valued by the Victorian community.
SIV aims to continue building and informing an ecologically sustainable and thriving seafood industry valued by the Victorian community.
our SEAFOOD INDUSTRY
SIV’s focus is to bring prominence to the people, places and products of the Victorian seafood industry, showcasing the diversity of knowledge and skills of the hard working members of your community who put fresh, local seafood on your plate. This united industry spans generations, ethnicities and regions - it deserves recognition and celebration!
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The Victorian seafood industry proudly practices sustainable fisheries management and is taking proactive measures to ensure a catch for tomorrow.
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Victorian harvested seafood is a local source of healthy food. Seafood has a relatively low carbon footprint compared to many other protein sources.
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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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the latest
proposed fisheries officer job cuts
February 20th, 2025
We’re disappointed by the Victorian Fisheries Authority's proposal to significantly reduce the number of fisheries enforcement roles in Port Phillip Bay and Western Port.
These roles are critical to prevent illegal fishing and support responsible fishing practices in some of our busiest waterways. Rules and regulations designed to keep fish stocks sustainable and seafood supply chains secure are only effective if adequately enforced.
Healthy fisheries and the associated economic benefits for Victoria are of the utmost importance to SIV. We’ve voiced our concerns to the VFA and will continue to push for decisions that safeguard Victorian fisheries now and into the future.
We’re disappointed by the Victorian Fisheries Authority's proposal to significantly reduce the number of fisheries enforcement roles in Port Phillip Bay and Western Port.
These roles are critical to prevent illegal fishing and support responsible fishing practices in some of our busiest waterways. Rules and regulations designed to keep fish stocks sustainable and seafood supply chains secure are only effective if adequately enforced.
Healthy fisheries and the associated economic benefits for Victoria are of the utmost importance to SIV. We’ve voiced our concerns to the VFA and will continue to push for decisions that safeguard Victorian fisheries now and into the future.
employment in victorian seafoodAttracting aspiring leaders and critical thinkers into the seafood industry will be crucial for driving innovation in sustainable practices and meeting evolving consumer demands. A skilled workforce in also essential for supporting economic growth and resilience within coastal communities. SIV has released a booklet highlighting the diversity of job opportunities within the seafood sector to help inform those with a passion for the marine environment or food production who are contemplating their next career move. Access the Employment in Victorian Seafood booklet HERE |
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a new strategic visionGrowing the SIV community and fostering unity within the seafood industry will enhance our level of influence in guiding Government policies for the benefit our member businesses and the many Victorians who value local seafood. Our goals will be achieved through clear and logical messaging to Government, greater communication with members and external parties, influential promotion of Victorian seafood, strengthening of market opportunities and building viable pathways for people to enter and invest in our industry. Access the new SIV Strategic Plan HERE
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trans-tasman lobster conference
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Seafood Industry Victoria is proud to be hosting the 2025 Transtasman Rock Lobster Conference where we will be exploring the theme “Harvesting Opportunities and Grappling with Change”. For our industry to move forward with confidence, it’s imperative we have the important discussions in areas such as carbon neutrality, climate change, impacts of industrial offshore projects, third party sustainability accreditation, animal welfare, biosecurity, international trade relations, market diversification and fishing property rights. Presentation topics and insightful keynotes have been carefully curated to ensure relevance to all stakeholders involved across Australia and NZ’s diverse lobster industry. A big part of any conference is networking! There will plenty of opportunity for offline chats, collaboration and sharing of ideas at the cocktail welcome event, afternoon drinks and a very special gala dinner! Visit the conference website HERE
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STAY AFLOAT
Funding from the Australian Government Department for Health and Ageing has seen a national expansion of the Seafood Industry Mental Health and Wellbeing support Program – Stay Afloat. To deliver the national Stay Afloat program, Seafood Industry Australia have recruited Co-ordinators to lead the roll-out in each region with Skye Barrett being announced as the Victorian State Coordinator.
Skye has met with some of our seafood community members already, and will be making an effort to meet with fishers and farmers all over the coming years of the program. In the meantime, if you wish to have a chat or learn more about how you can get involved then Skye can be contacted anytime through the details below.
Skye Barrett, Vic Regional Coordinator – Stay Afloat
[email protected]
Skye has met with some of our seafood community members already, and will be making an effort to meet with fishers and farmers all over the coming years of the program. In the meantime, if you wish to have a chat or learn more about how you can get involved then Skye can be contacted anytime through the details below.
Skye Barrett, Vic Regional Coordinator – Stay Afloat
[email protected]
Sunderland marine
For those who may not be familiar with Sunderland Marine, they are a commercial marine insurer specialising in insurance for fishing, coastal and other specialist vessels. They provide Hull, Machinery and P&I Insurance to protect your interests against claims from third parties and other associated costs arising out of the ownership or operation of your vessel. This includes claims resulting from injured crew and passengers or damage to third party property.
Sunderland Marine also provide Aquaculture insurance for fish farms including stock mortality, equipment, and workboats.
For more information or to request a quote contact Sunderland Marine on (03) 9650 6288 or contact your local broker.
Sunderland Marine also provide Aquaculture insurance for fish farms including stock mortality, equipment, and workboats.
For more information or to request a quote contact Sunderland Marine on (03) 9650 6288 or contact your local broker.
