When Climate and Finance Meet
A new handbook from the NESP Climate Systems Hub highlights the growing importance of Physical Climate Risk Assessments (PCRAs) in finance, insurance, and corporate decision-making. As governments and regulators introduce […]
Lessons from the 2024/25 Marine Heatwave
A new article in Oceanography documents the sweeping marine heatwave events that impacted Australia’s coastlines throughout summer 2024 and into autumn 2025, and the regional toll was severe.
Mental Health impacts: Algal bloom takes toll on community
A year-long harmful algal bloom along the South Australian coastline has not only devastated marine life and created health risks for people and pets, but has also significantly impacted the […]
The Health Case for Seafood
Seafood is widely recognised as a nutrient-rich food that supports human health. It provides high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins and minerals that contribute to cardiovascular, neurological and […]
Targeting Behaviour Change in Fisheries and Aquaculture
Interested in encouraging good practice in your fishery or aquaculture operation? This FRDC practical companion resource led by Sea Change Australia’s Dr Rachel Kelly, and authored by other team members […]
Behaviour Change in Australian Fisheries and Aquaculture: What Works, When and Why
This comprehensive final FRDC report led by Sea Change Australia’s Dr Rachel Kelly, and authored by other team members including Dr Liam Fullbrook, and Professor Gretta Pecl, delivers a systematic […]
Northern Australian Climate Briefing – FRDC
The Northern Australia Marine Climate Briefing, conducted on behalf of CSIRO and the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC), complements the national climate briefings with a dedicated focus on climate […]
Global fishing pressures driving declines in fish growth
A new global study shows that human activities, particularly overfishing, have caused significant declines in the growth performance of marine fish over the past century. Researchers analyzed 7,683 growth curves […]
New paper: Did Australian policy prepare for a harmful algal bloom with significant human health impacts? Analysis and lessons from South Australia
A new paper out in the Journal of Health Promotion International examines whether Australian federal and state policies were prepared to prevent or respond to a harmful algal bloom (HAB) […]
Turning climate science into action for Australia’s seafood sector
As climate change continues to reshape Australia’s oceans, one challenge remains consistent: how do we translate complex climate science into information that is genuinely useful for decision-makers and industry on […]