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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

Policy Principles and Guidelines Relating to the Assessment of Licences and Exemptions for the Aquaculture of Seaweed in Western Australia 2022

The Aquaculture Plan, developed in consultation with industry and key stakeholders, focuses on the foundations for growth and addresses the key issues which have commonly been considered as barriers to the development of aquaculture in WA. With added pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic, building strong foundations and continuing to move forward to address key issues is more important than ever. The purpose of the Aquaculture Plan is to provide realistic and achievable targets in the short, medium and long terms, in a cohesive, logical order that will be the foundation for growth over the next ten years.

Publisher: Western Australian Government

The NSW Marine Waters Sustainable Aquaculture Strategy supports responsible, profitable offshore aquaculture by mapping suitable sites, enforcing environmental safeguards, and streamlining approvals. It guides industry and regulators to balance economic growth with ecological protection in NSW’s coastal waters.

Publisher: NSW Government

Year: 2018

As the aquatic plant industry continues to grow in Australia, it brings exciting opportunities, but also the need for clear, consistent naming. The Australian Standard for Aquatic Plant Names has been developed to support businesses in this emerging sector by providing a trusted, consistent naming system that avoids confusion and builds consumer trust from the outset.

Publisher: FRDC

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