More Indigenous input into fishery research

The Fisheries Research and Development Corporation has announced the appointment of new members to its Indigenous Reference Group to improve Indigenous involvement in fishing and aquaculture.

In the last five years FRDC has invested in more than 30 projects for the benefit of Indigenous fishing and aquaculture.

This investment would not be possible without the advice and direction of our Indigenous
Reference Group.

The group plays a pivotal role, ensuring First Nations perspectives are integral to FRDC’s research and development agenda, through the provision of strategic advice, advocacy and guidance on Indigenous fisheries, aquaculture and sea country management issues.

“The expertise and cultural knowledge the IRG brings is invaluable to ensuring that Indigenous communities have a meaningful role in shaping the future of Australia’s fisheries,” FRDC managing director Dr Patrick Hone said.

“We are excited to work with the new members to build stronger partnerships and create opportunities through RD&E for Australia’s First Nations and enable their passion for innovation”.

Te new group members, all with indigenous links, are Ashley Perez, Craig Aspinall, Frank Procter, Bryan Denny, Delahay Miller, Shane Holland, Dr Cass Hunter, Dennis Ah-Kee and Stephan Schneider.