QSIA Podcasts

Protesting the introduction of VMS in Mackay - 14 November 2018

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

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

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

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

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

NSW Fisheries Issues - 9 November 2018

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

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

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

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

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