We are thrilled to announce the successful installation of 15 metres of Quilted Oyster Reefs (QODs) along the rock walls at The Southport School on the banks of the Nerang River. This ambitious project, supported by Queensland’s Community Fishing Grants…
OzFish’s Adelaide Chapter is about to embark on a shellfish revolution for the Port River. Over the next two years, recreational fishers will work hard to restore shellfish reefs lost from the Port River by recycling oyster shell into reef…
The funding will allow the members of the Cairns Chapter of OzFish Unlimited to undertake habitat restoration and improve wetland connectivity in the Saltwater and Lilly creek catchments in partnership with local recreational fishers, the Cairns Regional Council, traditional owners…
OzFish Unlimited is commencing work on a restoration project with the assistance of the Council of the City of Gold Coast, to improve fish habitat and overall health of Saltwater Creek. Funded by the Australian Government’s Urban Rivers and Catchments program,…
Thanks to the brilliant innovators in Queensland by OzFish volunteers, a game-changing device was engineered – introducing “Wilma” the shell-washing machine, now in charge of the cleaning responsibilities in Victoria.
Throughout the Murray Darling Basin, there are over 5000 barriers to fish passage, ranging from ordinary town weirs and level crossings to enormous dams forming reservoirs. Despite this vast network of barriers, only around 150 fish passages exist, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and improvement.
Last month, OzFish celebrated the very first OzFish snags and fish hotels getting placed into the waterways of Western Australia. This marks a significant leap forward in our collaborative efforts with NGOs, community organisations, universities and government who have been…
OzFish is partnering with BMD and Melbourne Water for a pilot project to restore seagrass in front of the Werribee Treatment Plant, between Werribee River and Little River. This initiative will create favourable conditions for vital fish species to thrive,
Anglers around Darwin and Palmerston may have noticed a few little green boxes pop up at their favourite fishing spots. Sitting unobtrusively attached to jetties and posts close to the water, waiting to be investigated by passing fishos. They have been installed to ensure the future of fishing in the region.
OzFish has established strong partnerships with The University of Queensland, Sunshine Coast University, and Griffith University to conduct in-depth research on the functionality of shellfish reefs, their environmental impact, and their suitability as habitats for fish. Leveraging modern technology, monitoring these reefs both above and below the water’s surface is relatively simple, yet the true discoveries are found within the Robust Oyster Baskets (ROBs).
OzFish recently partnered with Goulburn Murray Water and North Central Catchment Authority, embarking on an exciting mission to transform the underwater ecosystem of Point King Bay at Lake Eppalock. It is a popular destination for recreational activities and supports a diverse range of wildlife, making it a valuable natural asset for the area.
Many species of fish need to migrate at some point in their lifecycle to breed or get access to more resources for survival. Fishways are an effective solution as they retain the function of essential infrastructure while also providing passage for fish.
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