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NEWS March 2021
CEO’S REPORT reports the first being the Collaboration and working
NT Seafood Export Strategy together cannot be
and the second being the undervalued or taken for
NT Government’s Seafood granted. In fact this has never
Processing Scoping Study been more important for the
report. discussions and progression
of resolution of the Blue
Sometimes it is easy to Mud Bay negotiations. The
forget about the work and Northern Territory Seafood
support required to get these Council and the Northern
types of reports together. Land Council have for many
Firstly, neither report could months engaged in building
It’s a fact of life that time have been progressed in a high-level relationship that
goes by faster and faster as the timely manner they were has focused on ensuring a
we get older. Indeed here we without the NT Government’s harmonious existence for
are at the end of March 2021 support for aiding growth both commercial fishers and
which means the NT seafood opportunities. Secondly the Aboriginal Communities.
industry has been gearing up time and contributions made These discussions have
for one its busiest times of the by members, industry and run smoothly and reflected
year, Easter. the broader supply chain co-operation and willingness
ensured both reports were for the coexistence of NTSC
We have checked in with local able to gain insights to members and Aboriginal
retailers who are reporting identify practical next steps. fishing interests.
plentiful stocks of many NT Importantly, KPMG who
favourites including Spanish were commissioned for both The confidence and goodwill
Mackerel, Saddletail Snapper, reports did a terrific job in the Northern Land Council
Red Emperor, farmed and compiling comprehensive has displayed to allow
wild caught Barramundi, King information in an easy to read discussions to continue in
Threadfin, Black Jewfish, Mud format. good faith by removing the
Crab and Squid. Even more uncertainty of access to
importantly there is a range of Quite simply, neither a commercial fishing grounds is
prices and products to choose strategy or new opportunity a significant step forward.
from to suit all budgets. happens in isolation. We
were pleased to join the So whilst the year has taken
Similarly we are on the cusp Minister for Agribusiness and off at an incredibly fast pace,
of that time of year when the Aquaculture, the Hon Nicole the continued willingness of
Northern Prawn Fishery head Manison in the launch of the people to take the time to
out for their Banana Prawn Seafood Processing Report. provide their input and time
season leaving the Frances In addition it was wonderful to work collaboratively has
Bay Mooring Basin looking to see the Minister take the resulted in some tremendous
emptier than usual without the time to create a Facebook steps forward being made.
prawn trawlers. video to aid understanding of
the opportunities ahead. Not Of course all of this goodwill
At the same time, looking to mention the NT News who and ability to give time and
back on the first few months provided excellent coverage energy is reliant on people
of 2021 has been a busy in both the NT News and being in a good headspace. It
and exciting period. We NT Business Review on was great to see Jo Marshall
were delighted to see the both reports to help raise in Darwin this month to nuture
release of two very strategic awareness about the seafood the Darwin pilot as part of the
industry. Mental Health Program for the
Newsletter of the Northern Territory Seafood Council www.ntsc.com.au
Located on Fisherman’s Wharf, Frances Bay, Darwin
GPO Box 618 Darwin NT 0801 | Telephone 08 8981 5194 | Email admin@ntsc.com.au
ABN 85 918 271 276
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Seafood Industry. Mental health QUICK READ
cannot be underestimated and
the simple act of bringing people Access Arrangements Cultural Education and
together, like this month’s BBQ The NTSC confirms that the Representation Project
in the duckpond, can provide arrangements in relation to The future of our industry
an opportunity for connection. access are clear and fair. Read will relies on building better
Being “connected” is one of more on page 6. relationships and partnerships
the five habits for happiness with Traditional Owners. Read
which is featured on page 9. Save the date more on page 7.
Discover how taking the time to We’re excited – it is that time
adopt these habits can make a again! Save the date and lock Darwin Trusted Advocates
difference to your wellbeing. the 2021 NT Seafood Industry Each of the Darwin trusted
Awards into your diaries for 25 advocates have recorded a
Katherine Winchester, August 2021. chat with program manager
NT Seafood Council Jo Marshall which is available
Chief Executive Officer Nominations are open on the Stay Afloat Australia
The 2021 NT Seafood Industry Facebook page. Read more on
Awards nominations package page 9.
is now available on our website.
Read more on page 10. Have you heard of this new
Aussie product?
Stakeholder Survey is now It is not frozen fish fillets from
open China, Vietnam or New Zealand
It is vital that we understand it is one of only a few Australian
how we are performing from a frozen options. Read more on
stakeholder perspective. Read page 5.
more on page 13.
Processing Scoping study
Export Strategy report is out
First steps have been identified. The report released in late
Read more on page 5. February is a key step towards
a potential processing facility in
Get to know Fishieres staff Darwin, to grow local businesses
Evan Needham and Dr Hock and jobs, maximise the value of
Lee are featured in this quarter. our seafood and improve access
Read more on page 12. to other markets. Read more on
page 4.
Keep up-to-date on Seafood
Industry Meetings New report reveals impact
NTSC AGM, Licensee of COVID-19 on the seafood
Committee and Association industry
AGMs & GMs. Read more on The research focused on the
page 14. short-term impacts of the early
stage of the pandemic (January
Facebook to June 2020). Read more on
Find you’re not keeping up with page 8.
the Territory seafood industry
news and issues? Joining us
on Facebook www.facebook.
com/NTSeafoodCouncil
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NATIVE TITLE OFFICER DARWIN SEAFOOD PROCESSING
SCOPING STUDY
As you may be aware, in 2020 NT
Seafood Council (NTSC) appointed a A Northern Territory Government commissioned report
Native Title Officer (Shelley Beard) to aimed to assist the Territory Government with detailed
work on helping NTSC and members information on the potential for a seafood processing
in improving their knowledge of facility in Darwin has been released.
Native Title, the Native Title claims
processes, and to prepare for any The report released in late February is a key step towards
upcoming Native Title Claims of a potential processing facility in Darwin, to grow local
interest to the NT seafood industry. businesses and jobs, maximise the value of our seafood
and improve access to other markets. Working together,
This project has recently been the Territory Government and local business have been
extended until 30 June 2022. able to identify the opportunity to create local jobs, drive
investments and grow the seafood industry. At present
Please remember that to assist in being there is limited seafood processing in the Territory with the
prepared for action when Native Title majority of our local seafood sent interstate for processing.
claims do occur, NTSC has developed
a subscription for members and other ‘Our Seafood Industry has an exciting future. It has
fishers to be kept abreast of Native excellent sustainability regulations and best practice
Title action, news and information. industry management in place, there is significant value
that can be added to industry right here in the Territory,’
The subscription is available via said Minister for Agribusiness and Aquaculture, the Hon
the NTSC website and everyone Nicole Manison MLA.
involved in the seafood industry is
encouraged to register and sign Northern Territory Seafood Council’s CEO, Katherine
up to receive Native Title news. Winchester stated the NT Seafood Council was delighted
at the release of the Report as it will aid decisions
To register your interest please: surrounding seafood processing facilities for Darwin.
• nominate the Native Title The study, which was undertaken by KPMG in 2020,
subscription on your member highlight their findings which includes:
profile, or
• email Shelley at ntsc@ntsc.com. • a processing facility presents an opportunity to build a
au, resilient and vibrant industry and promotes consistency
• or ring NTSC on 08 8981 5194. and quality of product, greater exports, industry
co-operation and branding co-development as well as
Please also encourage your lessees, research and development;
other members and anyone who is • the recommended development approach was for high
working on the water to subscribe to value, low volume, high quality products that are mainly
the NTSC Native Title database. export focused - in particular the bladders of both black
jewfish and barramundi (wild-caught), pearl meat,
trepang and, to some extent, pelagic species with a
range of other species that could be smoked or turned
into high-value niche products; and
• government and industry should continue to co-ordinate
and facilitate the discussions required to move forward
with an industry driven project.
To read the report: www.ntsc.com.au/content/seafood-
processing-facility-scoping-study-ntgkpmg
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FIRST STEPS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED DID YOU KNOW ABOUT
THIS NEW AUSSIE
In early February the Seafood Council released a first for PRODUCT?
the seafood industry - The NT Seafood Industry Export
Strategy. Raptis Seafood has a new product
available in major supermarkets in
Working alongside KPMG, the Seafood Council were able providing customers with portion
to better understand from both industry and stakeholders sized Australian fish fillets. Yes you
the levels of export prior to COVID-19, the drivers and have read it right – it is not frozen
barriers for industry to export, and the opportunities and fish fillets from China, Vietnam or
areas of focus and priority. New Zealand, it is one of only a
few Australian frozen options now
‘These are the vital first steps to unleash further potential for available for consumers who want to
the seafood industry through the development of an Industry support local.
Export Strategy,’ Northern Territory Seafood Council Chief
Executive Katherine Winchester said. A very handy 500g pack of Wild
Caught Tropical Snapper fillets are
The Minister for Agribusiness and Aquaculture, the individually wrapped, with each pack
Hon Nicole Manison MLA said ‘investing in our local containing 4 pieces. The thing is that
seafood industry will showcase our high-quality this Australian seafood product has
seafood and support the use of local logistics actually been harvested from right
networks and Indigenous involvement in the industry.’ here in the Northern Territory.
The Seafood Council understands
that the Snapper fillets are Crimson
Snapper and Saddletail Snapper,
which have been harvested from the
NT Demersal fishery.
NT Seafood Council staff have tried
and tested these pre-packed portions,
The report has provided an overview of export activities by both cooking them on the barbeque
and identifies barriers and opportunities to strengthen local and in the frying pan. The results are
businesses, as well as the development of key initiatives for in – easy and delicious. It is great to
industry to implement. These are: see local options now available in the
supermarket. Congratulations to the
• exploring the potential of a centralised ‘NT Seafood’ Raptis team for this exciting initiative.
brand for existing products;
• developing a marketing and branding strategy for the
Northern Territory seafood industry;
• facilitating industry knowledge uplift workshops;
• exploring options for industry collaboration structures
and implementation;
• assisting members to initiate export readiness plans
and strategies;
• establishing and developing relationships; and
• investigating inter-industry collaboration opportunities.
The NT Seafood Industry Export Strategy is sponsored by
the Northern Territory Government.
Click here to view report: www.ntsc.com.au/content/
nt-seafood-export-strategy/nt-seafood-export-strategy
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ACCESS ARRANGEMENTS
Recently, there have been several reports in relation to fair right of access through Aboriginal Land so
that commercial fishers may continue to operate.
It should be noted that the Northern Territory Seafood Council (NTSC) and the Northern Land Council
(NLC) have for many months, engaged in building a high-level relationship that has focused on ensuring
a harmonious existence for both commercial fishers and Aboriginal Communities. These discussions
have run smoothly and reflect co-operation and willingness for the coexistence of NTSC members and
Aboriginal fishing interests.
The NTSC confirms that the arrangements in relation to access are clear and fair, and whenever there
has been any sort of confusion the NLC has been quick to address the concerns in the spirit of the
goodwill built following the signing of the Nitmiluk Heads of Agreements in June 2019.
The nature of negotiations and the detail in relation to implementation of certain milestones are, and will
always remain, commercial in confidence. NTSC is fully supportive of the NLC and its members decision
in the provision of certainty of access for the next two years whilst key strategic action and initiatives are
progressed to resolve the Blue Mud Bay (BMB) negotiations.
‘Commercial fishers for the first time have certainty of access for a two-year period (until 31 December
2022) which alleviates unnecessary stress and allows focus on strategic projects to progress change,’
said Northern Territory Seafood Council Chief Executive Officer, Ms Katherine Winchester.
‘The confidence and goodwill the Northern Land Council has displayed to allow discussions to continue
in good faith by removing the uncertainty of access to commercial fishing grounds is a significant step
forward.
‘An access instrument has been entered into by the Northern Land Council which grants access to
commercial fishing licence holders during the extended access period (1 Jan 2021 to 31 Dec 2022), in
line with the BMB Implementation Action Plan.
‘There are Terms and Conditions which the Northern Land Council seeks commercial operators to
comply with, and this includes a Code of Conduct which we are communicating out to our members to
ensure they are aware of this requirement.
‘We look forward to progressing matters of interest to the commercial sector directly with the Northern
Land Council and other stakeholders where relevant.
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CULTURAL EDUCATION AND REPRESENTATION PROJECT
We know that many of our members are concerned about the future of the industry and uncertainty
around their jobs and livelihoods. Contributing to this uncertainty is anxiety about continued access
to fishing grounds, and confusion around Sacred Sites, Native Title and the Blue Mud Bay High Court
decision.
The future of our industry will rely on building better relationships and partnerships with Traditional
Owners, and this will require a deeper understanding – both legal and cultural – of the Aboriginal Land
Rights Act (ALRA).
As part of our work to build certainty for our members around the future of the industry, we have been
undertaking the Cultural Education and Representation Project. The project seeks to develop and deliver
education resources and training material in relation to improving the understanding of the relationships
between fisheries legislation, Sacred Sites, Sea Country and Land Rights, for the purpose of increasing
understanding and respect for Aboriginal Australians and their cultures.
The project creates a starting point for us to build understanding for more certainty and better
partnerships through educational materials and training and includes the development of materials
about ALRA, its history, and its relationship with commercial fishing, as well as cross cultural training
for the NTSC Board and staff.
Through this work, we want to improve current and future members’ understanding of the legislation, to
reduce uncertainty and build a stronger foundation for cross cultural understanding and partnerships.
We share our waters with Aboriginal communities who, under ALRA, can permit access to fishing
grounds. Without mutual understanding, trust and support, our industry doesn’t have a bright future. The
future of our industry relies on improving cross cultural understanding and respect.
We are focussing on Land Rights because many in the industry are unaware of, or confused by, the
current legislation, and don’t understand it. This lack of understanding impacts on our ability to build
trust, as well as certainty over our own practices.
The aim of the process is to improve understanding
amongst our industry which can aid long-term
trusting relationships with Land Councils and
Traditional Owners, and create opportunities
for Aboriginal peoples and regional economic
development.
Improving understanding and education will enable
everyone to plan, invest and grow with certainty, and
working directly with the relevant Land Councils,
communities and others will expedite this.
To date the Board and staff have completed
cross cultural training and participated in
“yarning” sessions. In addition to this a
number of educational resources have
been developed or are nearing finalisation
including podcasts, videos and case studies.
This project titled Cultural Education and Representation Project received grant funding from the
Australian Government.
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NEW REPORT REVEALS SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON
SEAFOOD INDUSTRY The Northern Territory seafood industry aims to be at the
forefront of an integrated approach to ecosystem-wide
This month the Institute for Marine sustainability. This project aims to develop a strategy that
and Antarctic Studies (IMAS) will assist in gaining the trust of the community about its
released a report that has analysed practices and show the industry is transparent.
how COVID-19 affected the Australian
seafood industry (January to June We understand the NT seafood industry faces many
2020). challenges including resource access, climate change
impacts, data collection, interactions with protected species,
Dr Patrick Hone, Managing Director, and bycatch.
Fisheries Research and Development
Corporation said the overall impacts of The NT seafood industry is now taking a proactive approach
the pandemic on the seafood industry to fishing practices that address sustainability issues.
have been asymmetric, with sectors The Strategy will further build the industry’s capacity
supplying domestic markets mostly and stewardship of conservation and marine bioregional
able to prosper, while exporters often planning, including initiatives in the NT area of the North
brought to their knees. Marine Park Network. The Strategy will also clearly
demonstrate how the NT Seafood Council works with
The research focused on the its members and the broader community to keep the
short-term impacts of the early stage industry at the forefront of sustainability and planning.
of the pandemic (January to June
2020) which examined the impacts at So far we have undertaken a range of activities including:
a sector level. • sustainability survey;
• literature review of current and future environment and
IMAS University of Tasmania sustainability impacts for the NT seafood industry;
Research Fellow and study leader, • risk assessment workshops to aid the development of a
Dr Emily Ogier, said ‘The industry risk register, issues tree and supply chain map;
at large showed resilience. Sectors • data forum to assess the current state, data needs and
that were able to adapt quickly did reporting requirements; and
better, which highlighted the need for • strategy and roadmap workshop.
continuity planning. This will involve
paying greater attention to supply Over the coming months we will seek feedback on the
chain risks, and fostering relationships proposed direction and focus of the sustainability strategy.
and capabilities to enable rapid
reorientation in products and markets.’ The NTSC is committed to a sustainable future for the NT
seafood industry and the continuation and growth of its
The report found there was no single valuable contribution to the NT economy.
seafood industry COVID-19 story.
While in some cases the effects of the If you would like to find out more about the project, please
pandemic have been negative and email ntsc@ntsc.com.au.
even catastrophic, on a world scale
Australia has navigated the pandemic This project titled Sustainability Strategy: Building capability
well. This was largely due to the and resilience for the Northern Territory seafood industry
Industry and the Government working received grant funding from the Australian Government.
together.
The report ‘Impact of COVID-19 on
the Australian Seafood Industry
January-June 2020’ is a product of
FRDC Project 2016-128.
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STAY AFLOAT DARWIN ANIMATED VIDEO
CREATED TO PROMOTE
The “Stay Afloat” National Mental Health Pilot Program SAFE FISHING
provides support for the seafood industry to help break the PRACTICES
stigma associated with poor mental health, and to assist
people to connect to resources and assistance. Eight videos have been developed
and released by the Department
Darwin is one of three pilot focus communities for the of Industry, Tourism and Trade’s
program. Darwin Trusted Advocates have hosted Stay Aboriginal Fishing Mentor Program
Afloat seafood community BBQ’s down at the duckpond. (AFMP) to promote safe fishing
In March the barbeque attracted over 50 people within practices for communities holding
the industry who enjoyed a sausage sizzle, chat and the a commercial Aboriginal Coastal
opportunity to meet the advocates and program manager. Licence.
Each of the Darwin trusted advocates have recorded a The aim of the AFMP program is
chat with program manager Jo Marshall which is available to provide support and training in
on the Stay Afloat Australia Facebook page. commercial fishing skills to Aboriginal
people here in the Northern Territory.
Darwin Trusted Advocate interviews: To date over 110 Aboriginal people
• Michael O’Brien interview, 22 December 2020; have participated in the program,
• Toni Hedditch 19 January 2021; and with a variety of skills learnt including
• Fran Davis 2 March 2021. seafood processing, how to handle
seafood, to making and repairing of
Stay Afloat Australia has a dedicated website where the nets.
seafood industry can find resources for fishers and their
families, including a downloadable flier on five habits for The newly released videos were
happiness and stairway of stress. Also on the website is vital produced in two languages, English
information such as warning signs for someone who may be and Yolngu Matha, and aim to raise
suicidal, and how to support a colleague with depression. awareness and improve safe fishing
practices.
www.stayafloat.com.au/industry/
A range of topics are available which
www.stayafloat.com.au/industryFacebook.com/ include work health and safety
StayAfloatAustralia responsibilities; dangerous marine
life; planning a trip; launching a net
For further information please contact Jo Marshall via from land and boat; processing fish;
jo@seafoodindustryaustralia.com.au or 0408 008 344. using a cold chain; and working with
ropes and nets.
The videos were developed with the
support of SeSAFE, a seafood safety
initiative funded by the seafood
industry, Fisheries Research and
Development Corporation (FRDC)
and the Australian Maritime Safety
Authority (AMSA).
Visit www.youtube.com/
watch?v=5oivsA7BkXk
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NOMINATIONS OPEN - 2021 NT SEAFOOD INDUSTRY AWARDS
The 2021 NT Seafood Industry Awards nominations package which includes judging criteria is now
available via the NT Seafood Council website. Applications close 16 June 2021.
Excellence in the following categories will be recognised:
Environmental Stewardship Award
Demonstrated excellence in developing and undertaking an environmental activity that
has contributed substantially towards protecting or rehabilitating aquatic environments,
or reducing adverse seafood industry impacts on the environment.
Industry Ambassador Award
A person who has demonstrated that he or she has made a substantial positive
difference to the seafood industry over at least twenty years and who has been a highly
effective and respected seafood industry leader.
Large Business Award (10 or more FTEs)
Demonstrated business growth, innovation, excellence in product, services and
marketing, and that has contributed substantially towards a positive public profile for
the seafood industry.
Small Business Award (less than 10 FTEs)
Demonstrated business growth, innovation, excellence in product, service and
marketing, and that has contributed substantially towards a positive public profile for
the seafood industry.
People Development Award
Demonstrated excellence in developing and undertaking a people development activity
that has contributed substantially towards a higher performing workforce for the
seafood industry.
Primary Producer Award
Demonstrated excellence in the sustainable production of quality seafood through
innovation in fishing or aquaculture practices, and that has contributed substantially
towards a positive public profile for the seafood industry.
Promotion Award
Excellence in developing and undertaking a promotion activity that has contributed
substantially towards improving the public profile of seafood and/or the seafood industry.
Research, Development & Extension Award
Demonstrated excellence in developing and undertaking a research, development and
extension activity that has contributed substantially toward
Restaurant Award
Excellence in consistently serving customers with quality seafood, and providing them
with an overall positive seafood dining experience.
Safety Award
10NOMINATIONS OPEN - 2021 NT SEAFOOD INDUSTRY AWARDS
Safety Award
Demonstrated excellence in developing and maintaining a culture of safety that has
contributed substantially towards improving the safety record of the seafood industry.
Take-away Fish & Chips Award
A casual food outlet that has excellence in consistently providing customers with quality
NT seafood, as well as demonstrating the NT labelling laws.
Young Achiever Award (under 35 years of age)
Made a positive difference to the seafood industry, and has the potential to continue to
develop as an effective and respected seafood industry leader.
Winners from 2019 NT Seafood Industry Awards
Award: Industry Ambassador Award Award: Seafood Business (Small) Award
Sponsor: Department of Trade, Business & Innovation Sponsor: Humpty Doo Barramundi Pty Ltd
Winner: Bob Richards Winner: Mr Barra
Award: Seafood Business (Large) Award Award: People Development Award
Sponsor: Sydney Fish Market Sponsor: Industry Skills Advisory Council NT
Winner: Monsoon Aquatics Highly Commended: Affectus
Award: NT Judged Take-Away Fish & Chips Award Award: NT People’s Choice Take-Away Fish & Chips
Sponsor: Fisheries Research and Development Corporation Sponsor: Fisheries Research and Development Corporation
Winner: Frying Nemo Fish & Chippery Winner: Frying Nemo Fish & Chippery
Award: Restaurant Award Award: Safety Award
Sponsor: Department of Primary Industry & Resource Sponsor: Australian Maritime Safety Authority
Winner: Snapper Rocks Bar & Kitchen Winner: Paspaley Pearling Company
Award: Young Achiever Award
Sponsor: Darwin Port
Winner: Samantha Nowland
Looking for more information click here for the Nomination Pack or contact Donna English on ph: 08 8981
5194 or projects@ntsc.com.au
11GETTING TO KNOW THE CONT. GETTING TO KNOW THE
FISHERIES STAFF FISHERIES STAFF
Evan Needham, Aquatic Resource Dr Hock Lee, Senior Researcher
Manager
With an academic and work background in applied
Evan is an Aquatic Resource Manager mathematics and statistics, Dr Hock Lee is the number
with the NT Fisheries Division, his crunching expert for NT Fisheries. Over the last 9 years,
current role is a dual position as since starting at NT Fisheries, he has also become a
Manager of the Aquatic Biosecurity self-taught expert in ArcGIS mapping. Hock is currently
Unit and the Fisheries Compliance working on implementing a number of outer data, mapping
Liaison Officer. After his family left and data sharing programs to help deliver programs more
Darwin in 1978, Evan moved back efficiently for NT Fisheries.
in 2003 to take up a roll as an
aquaculture technician to help develop Hock started his career in the NT Government sector as
mud crab hatchery techniques at a casual project research assistant in the Department
the Darwin Aquaculture Centre on of Health in 2003, analysing health data. Along the way,
Channel Island. During his nine years he has worked in the Department of the Chief Minister,
on the island he was involved in the the Department of Business, the Department of Primary
production of mud crabs, barramundi, Industry Resources.
giant clams, tropical oysters and
trepang. Hock’s favourite pastime is watching YouTube showing
foreign countries and cultures; reading Chinese story books
Evan has a Bachelor of Applied about Wuxia, which literally means “martial heroes”, which
Science majoring in Fisheries is a genre of Chinese fiction concerning the adventures of
Management and Aquaculture from martial artists in ancient China.
Southern Cross University, Lismore
in Northern NSW. His most recent Hock believes now is an exciting time for the NT Fisheries,
projects include the management as we are embarking on a journey of modern office process
of the design, construction and automation, which will give the Division the power to
deployment of the 4 purpose built quickly automate workflows and create modern process
artificial reefs installed around greater applications (via K2 Five low-code automation) and
Darwin at the end of 2019. provide interactive visualisation and business intelligence
(via Power BI). Hock’s dream is to create an Information
When not playing rugby union, touch System for NT Fisheries and its’ stakeholders, with a single
football or hockey he enjoys fishing, source of truth, with a simple transparent fishery data
breeding aquarium fish or kicking model.
back in front of the TV.
12STOP THE PRESS STAKEHOLDER SURVEY
NOW OPEN
Our annual publication Year in Review 2020 which
includes messages from the Minister for Agribusiness and For the past two years the Seafood
Aquaculture, the Hon Nicole Manison MLA, NT Seafood Council has conducted a Stakeholder
Council Chairman, Mr Anthony Ciconte has just arrived and survey to seek feedback on NTSC
will sonn be posted. value and performance, which will aid
in the evaluation of our organisation
Every year this publication seeks to provide updates and against the NTSC Strategic Plan
transparency to our members and stakeholders as well as a 2018-2023.
feature story to provide insight to a specific business, family
or fishery. We are delighted this years’ story focussed on a 2021 will be our third survey, it is
relatively unknown sector with a rich history in the NT - the vital that we understand how it is
Trepang Fishery by catching up with Tasmanian Seafoods, performing from a stakeholder
Chief Executive, Mark Webster. perspective as well as learning from
stakeholders what they believe to be
Trepang, also known as sea cucumber, are found on the the key risks facing the NT seafood
sea floor and collected by divers under a Northern Territory industry.
Fisheries Licence. It can be a hazardous job with potential
for shark interactions in southern waters and the risk of The 2021 survey has been emailed
crocodiles in the Northern Territory. to stakeholders and will remain
open until 7 May 2021.lClick here to
Tasmanian Seafoods complete the survey.
have now spent over
16 years researching Previous survey result can be
and developing trepang viewed here.
aquaculture for sea
ranching and stock
enhancement. They are
working with Traditional
Owners and residents
at Baniyala. In addition,
conducted sea ranching
trials in colloabration
with the Groote Eylandt
and South Goulburn
Island communities.
Mark Webster, said the
company has long had
a desire to connect and
work with Indigenous communities and in 2021 Tasmanian
Seafoods plans to expand trepang ranching in Indigenous
sea country through collaborative initiatives.
“We have really big plans for the Northern Territory and the
trepang industry,” Mark said.
“Our trepang aquaculture facility will allow us to put juvenile
trepang into the ocean and ranch them with the assistance
of Indigenous communities. We also intend to put trepang
into carefully selected areas to enhance wild stocks and to
ensure long term sustainability of wild harvest.”
13CHAIRS AND VICE CHAIRS OF THE NTSC’S COMMITTEES AND
ASSOCIATIONS
As at 30 March 2021 the following industry representatives are Chairs and Vice Chairs of:
Aquaculture Licensee Committee Aquarium Licensee Committee
Chair – David Wilson Chair – Jaime Beard
Vice Chair – Luke Turner Vice Chair – Lyle Squire
Barramundi Licensee Committee Coastal Net Licensee Committee
Chair – Geoff Diver Chair – David Baumber
Vice Chair – Vacant Vice Chair – John Munroe
Mud Crab Licensee Committee NT Coastal Line Fishermens Association
Chair – Chris Calogeras Chair – Cam Druitt
Vice Chair – Doug Neville Vice Chair – Jon Hay
NT Demersal Fishermens Association Offshore Net and Line Licensee Committee
Chair – Michael O’Brien Chair – Anthony Ciconte
Vice Chair – Clayton Nelson Vice Chair – Biagio Spinella
Pearling Licensee Committee Spanish Mackerel Licensee Committee
Chair – Tony Thiel Chair – Peter Manning
Vice Chair – Vacant Vice Chair – Norm Hedditch
Timor Reef Licensee Committee Trepang Licensee Committee
Chair – Horst Fischer Chair – Mark Webster
Vice Chair – Clayton Nelson Vice Chair – Chauncey Hammond
Trader/Processor Licensee Committee
Chair – Vacant
Vice Chair – Vacant
COMING EVENTS
TO KEEP UP TO DATE ON EVENTS – VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.NTSC.COM.AU/EVENTS
Event Date Time Venue
Seafood Processing Scoping Study - 15 April 2021 1000-1100 Video Conference
Industry Briefing NTSC Conference Room
Pearling Licensee Committee, 22 April 2021 0900 Video Conference
Annual General Meeting NTSC Conference Room
NT Export Strategy 22 April 2021 1200 - 1300 Territory Conference Room,
Briefing Ground Level, Northern
Australia Development
Office, 76 The Esplanade
Video Conference
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Ground Level, Northern
Australia Development
Office, 76 The Esplanade
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