Queensland

Publisher: Queensland Government

Publisher: Queensland Government

The Oyster Industry Plan for Moreton Bay Marine Park provides a comprehensive management framework for the sustainable cultivation of Sydney rock oysters within the marine park. Developed by Fisheries Queensland in collaboration with the Queensland Oyster Growers Association, the plan supports long-term investment in the industry while ensuring ecological protection. It outlines approved oyster areas, cultivation methods, infrastructure use, and storage guidelines. Importantly, it exempts growers from needing individual Marine Parks permits if they operate within the plan’s accredited framework, although other development and environmental approvals still apply. The plan also identifies areas of high conservation value that will not be reallocated for aquaculture once current operations cease.

Publisher: Queensland Government

The Great Sandy Regional Marine Aquaculture Plan (GSRMAP) is a strategic, non-statutory plan developed by Fisheries Queensland to support the sustainable growth of marine aquaculture within the Great Sandy Marine Park. The plan outlines 37 potential aquaculture sites (racks, sea ranching, and line systems) across 11 precincts and uses a risk-based management framework to identify suitable locations, ensure ecological sustainability, and streamline the approval process for developers. It includes a competitive allocation process for site selection and prescribes management and monitoring protocols to ensure environmental protection and stakeholder accountability.

Publisher: Queensland Government

The Queensland Sustainable Fisheries Strategy 2017–2027 outlines a 10-year reform plan to modernise the state’s fisheries management system. It responds to outdated frameworks by introducing clearer harvest strategies, improved monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and compliance. The strategy sets sustainability targets for 2020 and 2027, including reducing overfishing, achieving ecological resilience, and enhancing economic viability. Key reforms include better data collection, transparent resource allocation, adaptive decision-making, and tailored fishing rules. It also aligns with broader conservation efforts such as the Reef 2050 Plan, with over $20 million committed to kickstart reforms.

Publisher: Queensland Government

The Queensland Aquaculture Strategy 2024–2034 is a government roadmap aimed at positioning Queensland as a global leader in sustainable aquaculture. It promotes high-quality seafood production through innovation, robust research, and stringent biosecurity measures. Organized around four key pillars—Productive Industry, Environmental Performance, Community Benefits, and Contemporary Governance—it addresses regulatory reform, stakeholder engagement (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation), and operational challenges through detailed action plans and case studies. This strategy is designed to balance economic growth with environmental stewardship and community well‑being.

Publisher: Queensland Government

This policy statement articulates the Queensland Governments vision, initiatives and support for land-based and marine non-intensive aquaculture development in Queensland. To enable this development, the policy contains eight key initiatives which set the direction for the future development and growth of a sustainable, diverse and innovative aquaculture industry in Queensland. This statement also identifies core strategies to achieve the key initiatives.

Publisher: Queensland Government

https://eprints.qut.edu.au/109572/

https://environment.uq.edu.au/article/2023/01/farming-more-seaweed-food-feed-and-fuel

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