QSIA Podcasts

GSMP Zoning - Peter Stevens highlights industry impacts

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 19:40:19 +1000

Welcome to the fourth installment of our discussions with impact commercial seafood businesses operators. Peter Stevens joined me to discuss the implications of the GSMP Zoning on his business. He has previously shared his knowledge of the Spanish Mackerel fishery and is one of many commercial fishers working in the GSMP that will be impacted by the draft zoning plan if implemented as drafted.

GSMP Zoning - Lincoln Kirchner highlights industry impacts

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 17:46:39 +1000

Welcome to the third installment of the impacts of the GSMP Zoning Plan Review and the consultation RIS. Our guest, Lincoln Kirchner, expands on our podcasts by providing an onshore (post-harvest) perspective to the damage that will be inflicted top industry if the plan is implemented in its current form.

GSMP Zoning - Margaret Stevenson highlights industry impacts

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 17:50:19 +1000

Our second, long form podcast, is a discussion on a range of issues relating to the GSMP Zoning Plan Review and the consultation RIS that was released last week.

I spoke with Margaret Stevenson and thanked for her time and valuable insights.

GSMP Zoning Plan Review RIS link: Consultation RIS

Podcast time stamp
00:00 – 05:12: Introduction
05:13 – 14:34: The environment and recreational fishing
14:35 – 17:47: GBRMP and GSMP
17:48 – 25:45: Historical issues and the GSMP
25:46 – 30:47: Message to the Minster for the Environment and industry impacts
30:48 – 31:38: Final comments

GSMP Zoning - Ethan Hughes highlights industry impacts

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 16:57:16 +1000

I spoke with Ethan Hughes, a commercial fishers in the Fraser Coast region to discuss the impacts for him and his family of proposed marine park zoning changes in the Great Sandy Marine Park.

Jayne Gallagher of Honey & Fox discusses the roll out of digital technology workshops

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 11:34:43 +1000

Jayne Gallagher is the company founder and CEO at Honey & Fox. I spoke with Jayne this morning regarding the potential benefits of digital technology and small businesses in our industry.

Facebook post: Thursday 17 August 2022

Science and the Queensland Spanish Mackerel fishery

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:59:00 +1000

According to Fishnet Public (a Queensland Department of Agriculture site) and 2 weeks into the Spanish Mackerel (SM) season, over 7.9 tonnes of SM have been harvested by commercial fishers. Over a tonne was unloaded in north Queensland to a seafood retailer. Not bad for a fishery about to be decimated by a government that should not be trusting the science it has been given. It is disgraceful science that is driving even more questionable fisheries mismanagement.

Today's podcast features a discussion with Geoff McPherson (marine fisheries acoustic consultant and Adjunct Principal Research Fellow at James Cook University) and Richard Gilmore (SM commercial fisher and commercial fishing representative on the State Government SM working group).

Panel Discussion with Commercial Fishers - Queensland Spanish Mackerel fishery

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:50:42 +1000

Welcome back to a follow-up podcast regarding the Spanish Mackerel fishery. A follow-up podcast will be recorded after the next Spanish Mackerel working group meeting.

I would like to thank Richard Gilmore and Peter Stevens for helping me produce the podcast.

Queensland Country Hour - 28 March 2022

PUBLIC BRIEFING—FISHERIES LEGISLATION AMENDMENT DECLARATION (NO. 2) 2021 TRANSCRIPT OF PROCEEDINGS

Vessel Tracking: A conversation with Michelle Jensen, Mark Cook and Eric Perez

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 19:06:43 +1000

Thanks for joining us in the ongoing, industry conversation regarding vessel tracking and its implementation.

This podcast is a conversation amongst commercial fishing members of the vessel tracking working group - Michelle Jensen (commercial fisher), Mark Cook (commercial fisher and representative for the Fishermens Portal Inc) and myself (QSIA representative).

Background documents

1) Fisheries Queensland correspondence to vessel tracking working group members.

2) Response to requests - the following paragraph is sourced from page 3 of the Attachment 1 - Responses to requests (updated 17.5.2022):

Fisheries Queensland has not been able to significantly demonstrate that the Spot Trace and Rockfleet units are not fit for purpose, as indicated by some industry members. Whilst Fisheries Queensland acknowledged the unit reliability concerns raised by industry members in the working group, Fisheries Queensland has also heard positives about the units from other industry members.

Trawl Fishery - Kev Solway and Mark Smythe - Episode 2

Thu, 26 May 2022 09:53:14 +1000

Welcome to the second podcast discussing trawl fishery issues. I spoke with Kev Solway, President of the Tweed Heads Coolangatta Professional Fishermens Association and Vice President, Mark Smythe.

Trawl Fishery - Steve Taylor - Episode 1

Tue, 24 May 2022 12:06:43 +1000

This podcast is the first in an new series discussing the impacts of the Queensland fisheries reform process and our trawl fishery. My guest today is Steve Taylor and he shares his perspectives on the trawl fishery reforms. More podcasts on the way as we will cover a broad range of views.

Oceanwatch Master Fisherman program - Michael Wooden

Mon, 23 May 2022 18:16:54 +1000

East coast crab fishery responsible fisher training Oceanwatch Master Fisherman program

I spoke with Michael Wooden, Wild Catch Fisheries Program Manager with Oceanwatch Australia (OWA).

OWA is the seafood industry’s very own marine environmental organisation and works to help both the seafood industry and the marine environment. In coming weeks, an OceanWatch team will be conducting a series of workshops for crab fishers along the Queensland coast, in part helping professional fishers maintain strong public support.

You can contact Michael on:

M: 0422 618 248

E: michael@oceanwatch.org.au

Panel Discussion - Queensland Spanish Mackerel fishery

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 12:39:48 +1000

We have 6 days to provide your feedback on management options proposed by Fisheries Queensland for the Spanish Mackerel (SM) fishery. After reading responses from my members, speaking to other stakeholders and the views shared in today’s podcast please keep the following in mind: * The science, the driver of our fisheries management is flawed. Please listen to the podcast and the rational provided for why the science is fundamentally flawed. * The State Government will not go back to first principles and review the modelling - you have to ask why? * The consultation is inconsistent with best practice: (1) Fisheries Queensland have held invitation only meetings, (2) for some reason there is no email address to submit views and (3) there seems to be no willingness to review the science. So why listen to the podcast? My guests today are members of the SM working group and a charter fishery member who left the group. I would like to thank Richard Gilmore, Peter Stevens, Rob Drane and Gary Powis for helping me produce the podcast. Some key themes from the discussion: (1) the SM working group had no role in developing the stock assessment, (2) the SM working group members brings a massive knowledge base that has largely been ignored (despite calls from working group members to slow down and reconsider the management options proposed by Fisheries Queensland) and (3) there is agreement across the commercial, recreational and charter sectors that there is something very wrong with the science. Again, the submission closing date is 5 pm, Thursday 5 May 2022. Survey link: https://daf.engagementhub.com.au/spanish-mackerel-2022/userinfo/survey-on-east-coast-spanish-mackerel-fishery

Daniel McCarthy - Spanish Mackerel - Public Meeting to be held in Cairns

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:31:47 +1000

I had the opportunity to speak with Daniel McCarthy this afternoon regarding the debacle that is the management of the Spanish Mackerel fishery and the so-called science underpinning it. FB link: https://www.facebook.com/QLDSeafood Public Meeting Notice Thursday 24 March 6-8pm at the Calvary Church Facility – the old Everest Cinemas in Grafton Street, 108 Grafton Street. Thanks to Daniel McCarthy from Big Fish Down Under. Daniel is looking for some assistance with the costs of the meeting, if you can help please call 0413 054 031. The meeting is open to commercial seafood industry and is supported by QSIA, the Fishermens Portal, GoCCFA and MBSIA.

Episode #05: QSIA - AMSA Podcast - Draft Marine Order 505

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 16:59:31 +1000

Today’s podcast focuses on AMSA's feedback and consultation process relating to draft Marine Order 505.

You can send your feedback to AMSA at :consultation@amsa.gov.au

AMSA Links

The review website can be found here: https://www.amsa.gov.au/final-consultation-near-coastal-qualifications
The draft marine order can be accessed here: file:///C:/Users/User/AppData/Local/Temp/draft-marine-order-505.pdf

Episode #04: QSIA - AMSA Podcast - Communication with industry

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 08:36:41 +1000

Today’s podcast focuses on the ways in which AMSA consult and communicate with industry. We also discuss Marine Inspectors and their role.

AMSA Connect contact number 1800 627 484.\

AMSA Queensland office locations: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5mxz5j/AMSA_office_locationsb8ep0.pdf

Podcast Timestamp

0:00 - 6:20: AMSA and Industry Engagement

6:21 – 8:46: Marine Inspections

8:47 – 10:25: The role of AMSA Liaison Officers

10:26 – 16:35 Incident Reporting

Impacts of the Qld fisheries reforms: A discussion with Tony Riesenweber

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 19:00:22 +1000

Welcome back to the QSIA podcast series. Today's guest is Tony Riesenweber, commercial fisher and Director with the Association.

Courier Mail - Wednesday 3 September 2003

Reporting requirements for commercial fisheries - General Information

Reporting requirements

Fisheries Legislation

Podcast Timestamp

0:00 - 0:19: Introduction

0:20 - 4:20: State of fisheries reforms

4:21 - 7:10: Coral Trout fishery

7:11 - 9:25: Reform does not equal change (our fisheries are still being managed on commercial catch alone)

9:26 - 15:03: New reporting requirements

15:04 - 15:58: Final comments

Concern for commercial fishers grow as shambolic reform process continues - A conversation with QSIA President Allan Bobbermen

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 21:52:08 +1000

QSIA President Allan Bobbermen is today's guest and the discussion focused on the allocation of quota certificates by Fisheries Queensland on Friday 30 July. Allan also discusses his concerns for those commercial fishers impacted by what can only be described as poor fisheries management.

The Association will have a lot more to share regarding quota allocation and the impacts on this important industry.

You can contact the CEO or Board members here: QSIA Contacts

New fisheries reporting requirements: A discussion with Mark Alexander

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 07:05:54 +1000

Our thanks to Mark Alexander for his time and candid discussion regarding the fisheries reporting requirements facing commercial fishers from 1 September.

His consideration of moving his business to New South Wales is an indictment on the fisheries management regime in this State.

More importantly, if Fisheries Queensland is looking for reasons why industry are less and less willing to engage on fisheries management issues - this industry do not have trust or faith in those individuals managing our fisheries resources. All you need to do is listen to Mark during this discussion to truly understand the level of frustration and stress being felt across this industry.

Episode #03: QSIA - AMSA Podcast - Simplified equipment lists for small fishing vessel operations

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 07:51:09 +1000

This podcast focuses on simplified equipment lists for small fishing vessel operations.

For more information regarding simplified equipment lists for small fishing vessel operations please use this link: https://www.amsa.gov.au/news-community/news-and-media-releases/simplified-equipment-lists-small-fishing-vessel-operations

Thanks for joining us on the podcast and if you have any questions please send them to eo@qsia.com.au or Mick.Bishop@amsa.gov.au.

The stress created by poor reform processes

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:48:12 +1000

Thanks to Brett Fuchs for sharing his insights with the Association. This podcast is a reminder of the depth of feeling and the utter lack of trust in the so-called reform process and those leading that reform.

If you want to understand why industry has lost faith in Fisheries Queensland and the reform process, please listen to this podcast.

The Association is producing content to provide the community and industry an alternative view to those of Fisheries Queensland and the State Government.

QSIA website

QSIA Facebook

Queensland Catch

Queensland Catch Facebook

QSIA podcasts

QSIA Youtube channel

When fisheries reform is anything but reform

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 06:59:09 +1000

The Association spoke with John Hellmuth and Amada Carnellor, trawl fishers and seafood retailers based in Tin Can Bay. They share their views of the so-called fisheries reform process.

You can also view the video featuring John and Amanda by visiting our YouTube channel.

QSIA YouTube channel: John and Amanda

So-called fisheries reform from a trawl fishery perspective: A discussion with Elaine Lewthwaite

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 20:08:01 +1000

Elaine Lewthwaite, a partner in a Queensland Trawl business provides some valuable insights into how the soc-called reform process has missed the mark. Human resources being a key lost opportunity. Her observation that industry has been marginalized at the cost of the people that work to provide seafood to Queenslanders, Australians and international visitors. Communication and trust are lacking and a significant rebuilding of relationships need to occur – fear and anxiety are no way to manage commercial fisheries. Reef line fishery working group - Insights with Neil Green QSIA podcasts

Impacts of Fisheries Mismanagement and the Qld Scallop Fishery

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 05:53:08 +1000

Discussion with Leigh Slade, Managing Director at Slade Fisheries regarding the Queensland Scallop fishery.

You can access the video here: Leigh Slade

Trawl fishery working group: Communique 27-28 April 2021

Trawl fishery working group: Southern Inshore Trawl Harvest Strategy Workshop 27-28 May 2021

Episode #02: QSIA - AMSA Podcast - Certificate of Operation

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 18:34:20 +1000

Now is the time to renew your AMSA Certificates of Operation

In the next few months, most 5-year certificates of operation for Queensland fishing vessels will be due for renewal. To renew your Certificate of Operation:

If you have more than one vessel and separate certificates for each vessel – consider consolidating all your vessels onto a single certificate of operation when you make your renewal. This will save you money as the single 5-year certificate will cost $200 for all your boats, rather than $200 for each boat on separate certificates. Where possible, please provide a copy of all the current certificates with your application.
If you would like to renew your certificate, can provide a copy of the current certificate and do not want to make any changes, you can apply using the following: AMSA Form 553
If you would like to renew your certificate, are unable to provide a copy of the current certificate, please apply using AMSA Form 504 and select the new a certificate option.

If you want to make changes or consolidate all your vessels into a single certificate you will need to select the option to ‘make a change’ or ‘apply for a new certificate’ on the AMSA form 504.

If you need any further help, call AMSA Connect on 1800 627 484, 8am-7pm weekdays.

Please ensure you renew your certificates on time or a Temporary Operations permission will be required to continue operating.

Thanks for joining us on the podcast and if you have any questions please send them to eo@qsia.com.au or Mick.Bishop@amsa.gov.au.

Impacts of mismanagement: A discussion with Stephen Parsons

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 07:16:37 +1000

I spoke with Stephen Parsons of N.Q. Prawn Cutlets based in Cairns regarding the Spanish Mackerel fishery. The implications for our supply chain as the result of mismanagement is clearly spelled out by Stephen.

Fisheries Reform: A discussion with Andrew Mirosch

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 11:07:03 +1000

Andrew Mirosch has been a chef for more than 30 years. Andrew is also a food and beverage consultant and a Queensland based commercial fisher. He is strong supporter of and advocate for this industry.

The conversation with Andrew helps link seafood experience with the important for commercial fishers to continue to harvest seafood for the Queenslanders and Australians.

Episode #01: QSIA - AMSA Podcast - Introduction

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 05:56:23 +1000

Welcome to the first podcast of an ongoing series focused on information sharing regarding Queensland vessel safety issues.

The podcast is hosted by the Association and Mick Bishop – Liaison Officer, Queensland, from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

This is a new approach to information sharing so please send your questions to eo@qsia.com.au or Mick.Bishop@amsa.gov.au.

Issues with quota management

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 08:43:02 +1000

Today’s podcast is the second part of a discussion with Greg Radley, a Gulf of Carpentaria and east coast commercial fisher shares his views on the Queensland Spanish Mackerel fishery. There is no security or stability in quota management, as Greg noted, ‘quota has become a financial burden to fishermen’.

The Association has written extensively on this issue on QSIA News:

Ghost quota – 18 April 2021

Myths surrounding quota management – 17 March 2021

Issues with the Queensland Spanish Mackerel Fishery

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 08:39:07 +1000

Today’s podcast features a discussion with Greg Radley, a Gulf of Carpentaria and east coast commercial fisher shares his views on the Queensland Spanish Mackerel fishery.

The East Coast Spanish Mackerel Working Group Communique provides details regarding the Spanish Mackerel fishery and the 2021 stock assessment stating the fishery has an estimated unfished biomass at 17 percent. Fisheries Queensland have indicated that the stock assessment is undertaking an independent scientific peer review process.

A fisheries reform update with Shane Snow, QSIA Vice President

Thu, 27 May 2021 22:06:04 +1000

Welcome back to a podcast recorded with Shane Snow, QSIA Vice President. A great follow-up to our podcast Neil Green (you can access the podcast here). The podcast focused on the impact of the reforms and some disturbing, underlying issues.

For more information regarding the work of Dr Tanya King and her colleagues, you can access the FRDC paper and journal article in Fish and Fisheries:

Tanya King et al (2019)

Tanya King et al (2021)

Reef line fishery working group - Insights with Neil Green

Fri, 21 May 2021 19:40:57 +1000

Neil Green, former QSIA President and commercial fisher from north Queensland provides some insights regarding the Reef line fishery working group and a host of issues regarding the so-called fisheries reform process.

QSIA News: Reef Fishing (update)

Catch history letters sent to commercial fishers in late April 2021 - Chris Thompson

Thu, 20 May 2021 10:00:18 +1000

Issues raised from the correspondence sent to commercial fishers at the end of April 2021 titled 'Decision Notice - Eligible person's eligible reported catch'. Thanks to Chris Thompson for providing insights into material sent to commercial fishers in late April.

If you have any questions you can contact Chris at email chris@lawessentials.net.au or mobile 0409 517 587.

White Spot Class Action - Chris Thompson

Thu, 20 May 2021 08:19:41 +1000

Thanks to Chris Thompson for his time and overview of the White Spot class action.

If you have any questions you can contact Chris at email chris@lawessentials.net.au or mobile 0409 517 587.

For more information go to the Law Essentials website or previous QSIA podcast:

Law Essentials: White Spot Class Action

White Spot update with Chris Thompson

Fisheries regulations with Chris Thompson

Wed, 05 May 2021 17:52:08 +1000

A slightly longer discussion with Chris Thompson from Law Essentials. The issue we discuss today is regulations regarding where we can land our catch.

This legislation is an answer to a problem that does not exist. As industry we have been forced to adopt vessel tracking like convicted criminals. In this circumstance, why the need for a change in the location we land our catch?

Potential concerns for commercial fishers in include: safety issues (weather and fatigue) and increased operating expenses (fuel and damage to catch). The safety issues raised in the podcast are unacceptable as is the conflict of State regulations that seem to (1) contravene State fisheries legislation and (2) national vessel safety legislation.

The situation created by poorly thought through legislation could endanger commercial fishers and crew and generate so much extra expenses that the longevity of our businesses are at stake.

Fisheries Regulations: Commercial fishers share their views

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:06:11 +1000

On behalf of the Association, I would like to thank to Neil Green (QSIA member and past President) and David Perkins (QSIA member and former Board member) for their time today.

The potential introduction of legislation that will significantly change how we operate should not surprise anyone. Neil and David share their views on what can only be described as shambolic policy making.

Red Tape Impacts

White Spot update with Chris Thompson

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:36:13 +1000

Thanks to Chris Thompson for an update on the White Spot class action that will be going ahead.

The Class Action is being fully funded by Omni Bridgeway. Clyde & Co Lawyers are the lead law firm running the case against the Commonwealth Government.

Law Essentials are assisting Omni Bridgeway and Clyde & Co with Book Building and evidence gathering. Signing up is the first step for anyone impacted by the introduction of WSD into the country - The prawn white spot litigation funding scheme

If you have any questions you can contact Chris at email chris@lawessentials.net.au or mobile 0409 517 587.

Recording conversations and the QBFP

Sat, 27 Mar 2021 16:15:30 +1000

This podcast is the final discussion regarding the interpretation of fisheries regulations, and defining harassment. In this podcast, Chris Thompson of Law Essentials discusses the recording of interactions with Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol (QBFP) officers. This is the third and final discussion with Chris focused on commercial fisher interactions with the QBFP.

If you have any questions regarding the topics discussed in this podcast, Chris' email is chris@lawessentials.net.au or mobile 0409 517 587. Also, if you would like to know about Law Essentials you can find out more here: Law Essentials

Discussing harassment and Queensland commercial fisheries with Chris Thompson

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 06:49:32 +1000

Today's podcast guest is Chris Thompson, Lawyer / Director at Law Essentials. This is the second discussion with Chris focused on a sense amongst some commercial fishers of being harassed by Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol officers.

If you would like to contact Chris regarding the topics discussed in this podcast, his email at is chris@lawessentials.net.au or mobile 0409 517 587.

If you would like to know about Law Essentials you can find out more here: Law Essentials

Interpreting Fisheries Legislation with Chris Thompson

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 08:58:20 +1000

Today's podcast guest is Chris Thompson, Lawyer / Director at Law Essentials. The discussion focused on the interpretation of fisheries legislation by Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol.

If you would like to contact Chris regarding the topics discussed in this podcast, his email at is chris@lawessentials.net.au or mobile 0409 517 587.

If you would like to know about Law Essentials you can find out more here: Law Essentials

Gold Coast Fishermen's Cooperative

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 16:27:55 +1000

A quick chat with Wayne McManus, current Chair of the Coop and Richard Hamilton the previous Chair regarding the reform process.

Industry Views: Shane Snow, Part 3

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 18:12:34 +1000

Shane Snow provides a much more detailed discussion regarding quota management and the lie surrounding its benefits for industry. Again, well worth a listen.

Response to the Guardian Australia: Part 3 of 3

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:15:52 +1000

The final part of our response to the Guardian Australia article. Margaret Stevenson has devoted decades of advocacy work to the Queensland seafood industry. More content on the way and thank you for your support.

Response to the Guardian Australia: Part 2 of 3

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 14:36:13 +1000

This podcast includes a discussion with Allan Bobbermen (QSIA Chair) and Neil Green (former QSIA President). Both provide another perspective regarding the Guardian Australia's article implying commercial fishing is a significant threat to the health of the Great Barrier Reef.

You can find the Guardian Australia story here: Unsustainable fishing worsens threats to Great Barrier Reef

Response to the Guardian Australia: Part 1 of 3

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 09:21:56 +1000

Recreational and conservation groups regularly use the ‘health’ of the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) as the context in which to gaslight and vilify commercial fishers in Queensland. The release on Friday 4 September 2020 of a story by the Guardian Australia presents hard working Queensland commercial fishers in the worst way possible.

The story, titled ‘Unsustainable fishing worsens threats to Great Barrier Reef’ written by Graham Readfearn an environmental reporter for Guardian Australia.

The story demands a response.

In order to provide a perspective not typically heard, I spoke with commercial fishers across the GBR to seek their reactions.

Podcast Response

* Part 1. Sienna Green and Dale Vener – north Queensland commercial fishers and recent entrants into our commercial fisheries. Sienna being a third-generation commercial fisher.

* Part 2. Allan Bobbermen (QSIA Chair) and Neil Green (former QSIA President). Both are multi-generational commercial fishers.

* Part 3. Margaret Stevenson, a long-term contributor to better fisheries management in this State and commercial fishing business owner.

Industry Views: Shane Snow, Part 2

Sat, 05 Sep 2020 16:41:18 +1000

This podcast concludes an interview with Shane Snow, QSIA Director regarding the so-called fisheries reform process. Well worth a listen as the Queensland commercial seafood industry is one of many parts of the agriculture sector that have been exposed to years of poor policy making.

Industry Views: Shane Snow, Part 1

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 15:06:38 +1000

Shane Snow has written a number of article regarding the so-called fisheries reform process. I hope you enjoy another thoughtful overview of the status of the reform process.

Biomass Article

Fisheries professor says Queensland fishing already sustainable, but the real threats are not being as effectively managed

Reform Articles

Quota Management: ‘Bricks and Mortar’ or ‘Smoke and Mirrors’

Qld 2020 News Posts #16: The gross mismanagement of the Qld Spotted Mackerel Net Fishery

Qld 2020 News Posts #13: Quota – the real impacts

Industry Views: Tony Reisenwebber, Part 1

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 09:04:01 +1000

Today's podcast is one of three regarding the so-called Queensland fisheries reform process. I spoke with Tony Reisenwebber: Director, QSIA.

For an in-depth understanding of the issues facing commercial fishers and those that want and demand fresh local seafood visit the Association's website: QSIA News

Response to Queensland recreational fishing groups

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 12:21:47 +1000

Allan Bobbermen, QSIA Chair discusses the ongoing calls for a conclusion to the so-called fisheries reform process.

For more information on Queensland recreational fishing group activities:

Qld 2020 News Posts #11: Relationship between the State Government and recreational fishing groups
Qld 2020 News Posts #09: Queensland fisheries reform spin
Qld 2020 News Posts #07: Sunfish provides yet another reason for a change of government
Qld 2020 News Posts #03: Who's calling the shots

Allan Bobbermen, QSIA Chair discusses the impacts on industry of COVID-19

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 17:04:52 +1000

Discussion with Allan Bobbermen, QSIA Chair regarding the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on the domestic seafood industry.

Discussion with George Christensen MP, Member for Dawson regarding the so-called Qld fisheries reform

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 10:28:34 +1000

A big thanks to George Christensen MP for his time yesterday. The discussion focused on the coming Queensland election and of course the so-called fisheries reform.

More podcast content is on the way and with almost 7 months until the election more discussions on the issues facing commercial fishing and agriculture are needed.

Fisheries Regulation and Fisheries Management

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 07:41:30 +1000

Allan Bobberman shares his views on fisheries regulation in the context of the so-called fisheries reform process in Queensland.

If you would like to know more about the so-called reform process please use this link: QSIA News

Allan Bobbermen discusses the so-called fisheries reform process

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:15:02 +1000

Discussion with Allan Bobbermen, Queensland Seafood Industry Association Chair regarding the so-called Queensland fisheries reform process.

If you would like to know more about the so-called reform process please use this link: QSIA News

Impacts of the so-called Qld fisheries reform process

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 07:09:28 +1000

A very big thanks to Sienna and Neil Green, multi-generational commercial fisher based in north Queensland for their views on the State Government's so-called reform process. The podcast was recorded on Monday 24 February.

Your Queensland Seafood - Episode 4 - Arty Raptis

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 17:51:35 +1000

More great information about your Queensland seafood. Thanks to Arty Raptis, CEO at A.Raptis & Sons for his time and for sharing his Queensland fishing story.

Raptis: Link

Queensland Catch: Link

Your Queensland Seafood - Episode 3 - Keith Harris

Sun, 26 May 2019 16:13:22 +1000

Keith Harris, QSIA President talks commercial Mud Crab fishing and shares a simple Mud Crab Omelette recipe.

Queensland Catch: Link

Your Queensland Seafood - Episode 2 - Richard Hamilton

Sat, 25 May 2019 13:11:23 +1000

Another great recipe from Richard Hamilton for Chili Boathouse Crabs using Spanner Crab.

Gold Coast Fisherman's Co-Operative: Link

How to clean and open a Spanner Crab: Link

Queensland Catch: Link

Your Queensland Seafood - Episode 1 - Kath and Tom Long

Thu, 23 May 2019 19:05:39 +1000

Thanks to Kath and Tom for a great discussion around buying fish and a great recipe for pan fried fish fillets.

TomKat Line Fish: Link

Queensland Catch: Link

Post-2019 Federal election discussion with Jane Lovell, CEO, Seafood Industry Australia

Mon, 20 May 2019 12:57:30 +1000

Queensland Fisheries Reform, Interview with Keith Harris - QSIA President

Fri, 17 May 2019 06:07:30 +1000

Keith provides a rational for a much needed discussion regarding recreational fishing impacts.

Recreational Fishing Impacts

Gordon Allen, commercial seafood retailer

Thu, 02 May 2019 13:34:15 +1000

Thanks to Gordon from Cleveland Bay Seafood for his perspectives on the Queensland fisheries reform process.

Interview with Greg Savige, commercial net fisher

Thu, 02 May 2019 08:06:03 +1000

Thanks to Greg for sharing his thoughts on Wednesday 1 May on the fisheries reform process in Queensland.

Podcast Update

Thu, 02 May 2019 07:54:04 +1000

After a brief hiatus more content is on the way.

The so-called fisheries reform process marches on much to the detriment of large sections of Queensland commercial fishers. Here are some blog posts to keep you update with the reform process:

A view of the Queensland seafood industry reform

Queensland Fishing Reform Impacts

Jane Lovell, CEO, Seafood Industry Australia - Tipping Point meeting

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 15:20:19 +1000

Thanks to Jane Lovell for the discussing the outcomes of the 'Tipping Point' meeting in Western Australia and more importantly the outcomes of the meeting.

Interview with Bryson Head - Green Shirts Movement - 10 February 2019

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 13:39:15 +1000

The interview was recorded o Sunday 9 February 2019.

Fishers and Farmers flying the Green Shirts Movement banner will converge on Parliament House on 12 February 2019, from 1.30pm to 5pm coinciding with the first sitting day of 2019 for the Queensland Parliament.

Thanks to Bryson for sharing his views on the impending rally in Brisbane.

Rally Background

Fishers and Farmers flying the Green Shirts Movement banner will converge on Parliament House on 12th February 2019, from 1.30pm to 5pm coinciding with the first sitting day of 2019 for the Queensland Parliament.

The Green Shirts Movement QLD, having in excess of 6,000 followers on Facebook is a group of farmers, fishermen and business owners not only representing themselves but all who are being crippled by the mismanagement, and poor policy from a Government who appear to hold no value in the future viability of those who produce and harvest the food and fibre for the state.

A Government who continue to be beholden to a concrete bound extreme green driven faction who persist in peddling misinformation, their immoderate ideology and politically driven agenda.

This disciplined yet determined rally will commence outside Parliament House and be followed by a street march. The Green Shirts Movement have however, been made aware through unofficial channels that extreme vegan activists who may have been involved in disrupting the Queensland Children’s Hospital Christmas Party for and storming the Dolphin shows at Sea World late in 2018, plan on attending our event and hosting a counter protest.

For more information please call Kelly Morgan, Mobile: 0422 831 779.

Seafood Industry and Mental Health - Dr Tanya King - 6 February 2019

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 10:39:26 +1000

I would like to thank Dr Tanya King for her time today outlining the major findings in the report titled, 'Sustainable Fishing Families: Developing industry human capital through health, wellbeing, safety and resilience'. Dr King and her colleagues have created a report that is important reading for industry, government and the research community.

Sustainable Fishing Families: Developing industry human capital through health, wellbeing, safety and resilience

Mental Health, Stress and GP's - Dr Matt Young - 17 January 2019

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 16:03:01 +1000

A few thank you's to note - firstly I am grateful for the time Dr Matt Young of Medeco Inala took to speak with me about mental health and stress and the role played by GP's in our communities. I would also like to thank Holly Bretherton, General Manager – Member Relations and Communications, Australian Medical Association of Queensland for her help in organising this podcast.

Medeco Inala has won the prestigious Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) QLD GP Practice of the year for 2018. You can access the services provided by the practice here - Medeco Inala

Welcome to the world of VMS - Tony Riesenweber - 5 January 2018

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 00:57:24 +1000

Part 3. Tony Riesenweber, Queensland commercial fisher

Vessel monitoring systems (VMS) are now compulsory across Queensland's commercial seafood fleet. Thanks to Tony Riesenweber for sharing his views on VMS.

Welcome to the world of VMS - Lionel Riesenweber - 5 January 2018

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 00:53:32 +1000

Part 2. Lionel Riesenweber, Queensland commercial fisher

Vessel monitoring systems (VMS) are now compulsory across Queensland's commercial seafood fleet. Thanks to Lionel Riesenweber for sharing his views on VMS.

Welcome to the world of VMS - Gary Mussig - 5 January 2018

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 00:45:25 +1000

Part 1. Garry Mussig, Queensland commercial fisher

Vessel monitoring systems (VMS) are now compulsory across Queensland's commercial seafood fleet. A perfect introduction - absolutely not. Thanks to Garry Mussing for sharing his views.

5_State of the States and Territories_Matt Taylor - 27 December 2018

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 17:32:32 +1000

Government intervention in our commercial fisheries - a recent intervention by the Western Australian government in the Western Rock Lobster fishery has taken industry by surprise. Matt Taylor, CEO, Western Australian Rock Lobster Council provides an overview of the situation.

Year in Review with the FRDC - 18 December 2018

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 14:41:34 +1000

Year in Review with the FRDC's Managing Director, Patrick Hone. A range of important issues for the Australian commercial seafood industry's consideration.

For more information about the FRDC please visit their website: FRDC

4_State of the States and Territories_Dane van der Neut - 17 December 2018

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 21:17:26 +1000

An update with Dane van der Neut regarding the NSW reform process and social license.

Christmas Seafood - 17 December 2018

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:39:07 +1000

Thanks to Kelly Morgan, QSIA Secretary and seafood retailer based in Mackay for her views of seafood sales in the lead up to Christmas.

For Christmas or any occasion please support industry and your Queensland Catch

3_State of the States and Territories_Jane Lovell - 16 December 2018

Sun, 16 Dec 2018 09:31:09 +1000

The year in review by Jane Lovell, CEO, Seafood Industry Australia.

2_State of the States and Territories_Bart Butson - 12 December 2018

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 18:53:38 +1000

Thanks to Bart Butson for his views on the marine scalefish fishery in South Australia and great discussion regarding social license to operate.

Green Shirts Movement Event

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 21:52:45 +1000

Martin Bella and Bryson Head, Green Shirt Movement regarding a GSM event this Thursday 13 December 2018.

Where: Ferny Grove Shopping Village, 51 McGinn Road, Ferny Grove

When: Thursday 13 December 2018

Start: 2.00pm

1_State of the States and Territories_Dennis Holder - 7 December 2018

Sat, 08 Dec 2018 05:38:03 +1000

Welcome to the first in a series of podcasts where I speak with commercial fishers around Australia. Thanks to Dennis Holder, President - Wildcatch Fisheries SA, Director - Seafood Industry Australia and Commercial Fisher, Blue Swimmer Crab Fishery for sharing his views on the current fisheries reform in South Australia.

Final Reminder - Queensland Seafood Industry Survey closing 7 December 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 21:23:22 +1000

The second Queensland fisheries reform survey closes on Friday 7 December.

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZGPCB5Z

QSIA News: Lack of Trust in the Fisheries Reform Process

Social License to Operate Project - 28 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:39:39 +1000

Discussion with Dr Baldwin regarding an ongoing social licence to operate project. For more detail regarding the project please go to the following QSIA News Post:

Social Licence to Fish - Changing Tack

Discussing Gippsland Lakes before the 2018 Victorian election - 23 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:33:36 +1000

Gary Leonard and Michael Hobson, Seafood Industry Victoria (SIV) Directors and Johnathon Davey, Executive Director, SIV. Thanks to Johnathon Davey for organising another great podcast with the focus being the lead up to the 2018 Victorian election set for Saturday 24 November. Don't forget to vote for change and send Mr Andrews a message - this industry matters and so do its people.

Protesting the introduction of VMS in Mackay - 14 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:24:57 +1000

Commercial fishers take a stand in Mackay today to protest the introduction of VMS across the Queensland commercial fishing fleet - an overview of today's events provided by by Kelly Morgan, QSIA Secretary.

Dr Mark Deady, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the Black Dog Institute and the University of New South Wales - 14 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:22:49 +1000

Discussion with Dr Mark Deady, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the Black Dog Institute and the University of New South Wales regarding mental health and stress.

Part 2. Dr Jennifer Bowers continued - 14 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:08:57 +1000

Rural & Remote Mental Health are researching the similarities and differences between various sectors working remotely. The research will look to tailor their findings to help the seafood address the mental health issue.

Part 1. Dr Jennifer Bowers, Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer – Rural & Remote Mental Health - 14 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 09:03:56 +1000

Dr Bowers discusses mental health and stress from a preventative perspective. Link to Rural & Remote Mental Health - RRMH

Mental Health and Stress and the Tasmanian Seafood Industry - 9 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 08:55:20 +1000

Discussion with Julian regarding work TSIC is undertaking in Tasmania regarding mental health and stress.

NSW Fisheries Issues - 9 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 08:48:38 +1000

The valuing coastal fisheries research referred to by Tricia and undertaken by the University of Technology Sydney can be found here - Valuing Coastal Fisheries

Discussion of commercial fishing issues with the Professional Fisherman's Association of New South Wales.

Part 2. Gippsland Lakes Commercial Net Fishers - 9 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:57:24 +1000

Another great discussion around the issues raised in the Gippsland Lakes fiasco. Thanks to Barbara, Johnathon and Keith for their insights.

Part 1. Gippsland Lakes Commercial Net Fishers - 9 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:56:33 +1000

Barbara Konstas, CEO – Melbourne Seafood Centre, Johnathon Davey, Executive Director – Seafood Industry Victoria and Keith Harris, President – Queensland Seafood Industry Association discuss the Victorian Labor Party's moves to remove commercial fishing from the Gippsland Lakes.

Part 2. VMS from a Post-Harvest Fishing Perspective - 6 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:43:21 +1000

Kelly Morgan, QSIA Secretary and seafood retailer owner provides another post-harvest perspective on VMS.

Part 1. VMS from a Post-Harvest Fishing Perspective - 5 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:41:43 +1000

David Caracciolo, QSIA Director, retailer, wholesaler and commercial fisher license owner provides a candid assessment of VMS.

Part 2. Industry impacts of Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) - 3 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:38:11 +1000

Greg Savige views regarding the impacts of VMS.

Part 1. Industry impacts of Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) - 3 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:37:12 +1000

Keith Harris' views regarding the impact of VMS.

Part 2. Gippsland Lakes - 2 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:32:29 +1000

Update from Johnathon Davey regarding the proposed forced buy back of commercial fishing licenses in the Gippsland Lakes recorded today.

Seafood Industry Victoria and Seafood Industry Australia media release:

Media Release, 1 Nov 2018

Part 1. Gippsland Lakes - 2 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:28:15 +1000

Views on the Gippsland Lakes issue from Keith Harris, President, QSIA.

Queensland Fisheries Reform and VMS - 2 November 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:20:26 +1000

Links to industry submissions and the Committee final report:

QSIA submission All submissions Related publications including public hearing transcripts
State Development, Natural Resources and Agricultural Industry Development Committee: Report No. 17

Mental Health and Stress - 29 October 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:09:45 +1000

Discussion with Jane Lovell to update industry on the work Seafood Industry Australia is undertaking regarding mental health and stress.

As noted in the podcast here is the link to Project Regard.

2018 NSILP Graduates - 27 September 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 07:04:01 +1000

An update with the graduates of the 2018 National Seafood Industry Leadership Program.

Fisheries Act 1994 Review - 23 September 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 06:57:35 +1000

Draft QSIA submission to the Queensland government's review of the Fisheries Act 1994.

NSILP 2018 - 18 September 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 06:53:09 +1000

A great introduction to one of the teams working on an industry level project through the National Seafood Industry Leadership Program. Thanks to Angela, Toni, Cameron and Richard.

National Seafood Industry Leadership Program - 18 September 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 06:51:22 +1000

Jill Briggs, Managing Director, Affectus.

For more information on the program: Affectus