Northern Territory Seafood Council in Darwin, Northern Territory | Non-profit organisation

Northern Territory Seafood Council

Locality: Darwin, Northern Territory

Phone: +61 8 8981 5194

Address: Level 1 Darwin Shipstores Building Fishermens Wharf 0800 Darwin, NT, Australia

Website: http://www.ntsc.com.au

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25.01.2022 An unload down at Fisherman's Wharf (not the usual location to unload seafood products). Fran provides an insight to the logistics of commercial fishing vessel unloads on a moving pontoon and how this years tiger prawn season is travelling. With local seafood retailer Niall from Mr Barra explaining tiger prawn sizing. https://ab.co/3aZVBHn

23.01.2022 It was fantastic to see so many NT seafood industry representatives attend the first Stay Afloat Australia Mental Health First Aid Couse held in Darwin this week. The two day course focused on learning about the signs and symptoms of common and disabling mental health problems in adults. Our instructor Sudha, discussed areas of first aid for people experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviours, anxiety problems, panic attacks, depression, drug and alcohol use. Humpty Doo Barramundi, Wild Barra Fisheries Pty Ltd, Fisheries NT, Paspaley Pearling Company

23.01.2022 Couldn't get any better than this - Darwin's first 'cold snap' for the year and a weekend full of awesome NT seafood. #eatseafoodaustralia #SupportNTCaught

23.01.2022 The Northern Territory Seafood Council is focussed on opportunities to further grow the economic contributions of the NT seafood industry, which is why over the coming months a NT Seafood Industry Export Strategy is being developed. Currently there is no industry wide export strategy for the industry to enable and capitalise opportunities for either our members engaged with or thinking about export markets. https://bit.ly/3l3ORNc

22.01.2022 Australia's seafood industry asks consumers to switch one meal for Aussie seafood. https://bit.ly/2K6Y8H3

22.01.2022 Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS) are compulsory in many NT commercial fisheries. VMS is a satellite-linked monitoring system that regularly provides authorities with commercial fishing boat location, course and speed. In this instance VMS allowed authorities to identify a nearby commercial fishing operation to the recreational vessel in distress. Contact was made with the commercial fishing operation who then provided immediate assistance to the stranded boat, helping it and the four occupants to shore. We applaud the great work done by all over the weekend. Australian Maritime Safety Authority - AMSA CareFlight Top End Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services The NT News https://bit.ly/2zLDA1d

21.01.2022 It is always a surprise what can be collected from Darwin Harbour and it is everyone responsibility to do their our part and protect the health of the marine environment. We encourage people to bin it or take it with you when out enjoying our harbour or coastal areas.

21.01.2022 The Northern Territory remains the only jurisdiction in the country to have seafood labelling laws introduced in dining outlets, ALL venues need to identify imported seafood. If your out and about for Fathers Day over the weekend take the time to ask for locally harvested seafood if your not sure or if the menu is not clearly labelled. Check out our list of Support NT Caught cafes, restaurant and take away venues https://www.ntsc.com.au/content/where-to-buy

21.01.2022 Today is National Sorry Day, a day that remembers and acknowledges the mistreatment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people forcibly removed from their families and communities throughout Australia’s history. These people are known as ‘The Stolen Generations’. Sadly, there are many in this country who don’t believe that it is necessary or important that days like today exist, but National Sorry Day has always been a part of the reconciliation process for Indigenous A...ustralians, initially focused on having the Australian Government formally recognise the forced removal policies and the enormous damage that resulted. National Sorry Day asks all Australians to never forget the Stolen Generations, and to understand that historical injustice remains a source of intergenerational trauma for Aboriginal people that in many cases cannot be pushed aside or easily overcome. First People Rec. Solutions

20.01.2022 Was your center piece on the Chrissy table a locally harvested whole bbq or baked fish? How good!

20.01.2022 To produce a pearl, the Pearl Oysters are seeded by placing a nucleus (a small piece of shell from the Mississippi mud mussel) together with a piece of donor mantle tissue into the oyster. Pearl nacre forms around the nucleus, creating the pearl.

20.01.2022 Although the coronavirus has changed aspects of our day-to-day lives, it doesnt need to change the way we eat. So, buy Australian seafood, and support Australian jobs. #EatSeafoodAustralia

20.01.2022 Nominations are NOW open for the Atlantis 2021 NT Seafood Industry Awards, with 12 different Award Categories. Winners of the NT Awards will be nominated for the 2022 National Seafood Awards. One category is the Business Award presented to a seafood business employing the equivalent of ten or more full time staff and has demonstrated business growth, innovation, excellence in product, services and marketing, and that has contributed substantially towards a positive public profile for the seafood industry. Award Sponsored by Sydney Fish Market

19.01.2022 Researchers have captured the largest green turtle gathering ever seen @ Raine Island. Must see by the Great Barrier Reef Foundation https://bit.ly/37rN4eM

19.01.2022 It is official! Stay Afloat mental health and wellbeing trusted advocates for the Darwin seafood community has been announced. Three advocates, Michael O’Brien, Toni Hedditch and Fran Davis and will no doubt be a welcoming contact point for people within our industry. They are all well-known in the Duck Pond and we applaud them for taking initiative and completing training to provided them with tools to aid fellow fishers. https://bit.ly/3nUQyNE

18.01.2022 Friday Fast Fact In 2017-18, total employment contribution to the NT by the seafood industry was 941 full time equivalent jobs.

18.01.2022 Consumers respond positively to seafood labelling that provides them with origin information to assist in making informed decisions about their seafood purchases. So remember when you are out shopping for your seafood look for clearly labelled seafood and if it isn't clearly labelled and youre not sure, just ask if it's local and we encourage Territorians to go that one step further and 'Support NT Caught'.

18.01.2022 Sharing an image for our regular interstate visitors that may be missing our fantastic NT dry season sunsets.

17.01.2022 Episode 2 is out and it’s all about a famous top end fish. We get to meet Dan from Humpty Doo Barramundi Farm and local Chef Lynton Tapp shows us how to make the perfect barra burger that the whole family will love. https://bit.ly/3pneY40

17.01.2022 White spot disease is a highly contagious viral infection that affects crustaceans and yes we all have a role to play.

16.01.2022 So when you are out purchasing your seafood, take your time, read the labels and when in doubt just ask if it’s local. If you are specifically looking for Territory seafood, keep your eyes out for this logo

16.01.2022 Stay up-to-date with all the latest news about the NT seafood industry. July Newsletter is out know. https://bit.ly/2PdaHzc

16.01.2022 As part of a heart-healthy eating pattern, you should try and aim for 2 to 3 serves of locally harvested seafood per week. Why wouldn't you when it looks so good!

15.01.2022 The first national brand for Aussie seafood, similar to those of beef, lamb and pork - #GreatAustralianSeafood and industries campaign #EasyAs. ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BKdqqKTS1Q

15.01.2022 Here it is - Episode 3: Chris Nathaneal of Tropiculture Australia and Chung Jae Lee of Little Miss Korea . In this episode, they get tropical with Tropiculture Australia and chef Chung Jae Lee cooks some authentic Korean Kimchi. https://bit.ly/3pL4PhO

14.01.2022 This week we had the pleasure to meet Her Honour the Honourable Vicki OHalloran AO, Administrator of the Northern Territory and share an insight to the NT seafood industry, how much variety of seafood is harvested right here in the NT, our labelling laws and the 'Support NT Caught ' campaign.

14.01.2022 Do you really know if your local seafood takeaway shop serves you local or imported seafood? If it's not label do you ask? or do you assume because it's not labelled import here in the Territory it is local? If the seafood your going to purchase isn't labelled, we encourage all consumers to just ASK; as over 70% of the seafood consumed here in Australia is imported.

13.01.2022 The parents of a pearl diver who died off the West Australian coast say a new safety code of practice will only be effective if it is properly enforced by the industry. https://ab.co/3dZOwa0

12.01.2022 Story Telling Tool Kit - Do you know how to tell your own #provenance story? Well this handy free guide from Honey & Fox Pty Ltd Consumer trends and storytelling technologies report - https://bit.ly/3oGY8wo will help get you on your way.

12.01.2022 Sea Roger - A true survivor's story of life at sea. A commercial prawning vessel sinks in the middle of the night 27km's out to sea and no one knows. Crew mates are clinging to life on a plastic tub. They have been treading water all night, now one of them must swim to shore. Huge congratulations to Matt, Alaneo and the team at Millstream Productions for their film Sea Rogue, which has been selected to play at the St Kilda Film Festival this week. Millstream Productions are great friends of NTSC and were the production company behind Drawing The Line. You can view all St Kilda Films in the category 'Audience Choice Australian Animation Explosion' and cast your vote. Films and voting link - https://bit.ly/3hC3UvR

12.01.2022 Darwin has been included in the Seafood Industry Australia National seafood industry mental health pilot program. The program, supported by Women In Seafood Australasia - WISA will focus on mental health early intervention, engagement and education in the Australian commercial fishing industry. https://bit.ly/2CKD0CM

11.01.2022 Could Darwin become home to a seafood processing centre? A scoping study into the development of a seafood processing facility in Darwin. The project will look at the opportunity to create and support local jobs, drive investment and growth in this well-established industry. Listen to the ABC Country Hr interview to better understand the opportunities. https://ab.co/33u1Gc1

11.01.2022 Coalition Government is backing the development of world first portable x-ray fluorescence technology that aims to easily identify Australian grown seafood and protect against food-fraud. Can you pick the impostor? https://bit.ly/2CxeHbk #SupportNTCaught #EatSeafoodAustralia

11.01.2022 Close to 70% of seafood eaten in Australia is imported, the majority of this is in foodservice. Do you want to know if the seafood youre eating at a cafe or restaurant is Australian? Nows the chance, find out how to #MakeFoodServiceCoOL at http://bit.ly/MakeFoodServiceCoOL

10.01.2022 Do you want to know where the seafood in your fish and chips, burger or curry comes from? Nows the chance, find out how to #MakeFoodServiceCoOL at bit.ly/MakeFoodServiceCoOL

10.01.2022 Homemade fish sticks - just mince some NTs Blacktip Shark, as it is a great seafood option for kids. It has no bones, has a great taste and is generally cheaper than many of the other fish species. If you make a heap from fresh minced fish they can be kept in the freezer for when you need an easy night.

09.01.2022 Straight from the fisher to you! #SupportNTCaught

09.01.2022 Flathead and whiting have all but disappeared from the coast of Lakes Entrance, Victoria, as a result of seismic testing for oil and gas. https://ab.co/3kfQ6Zj

09.01.2022 Seafood Industry Australia has launched a pilot program, that's focussed on improving the mental health of those working in the seafood sector. Research shows Australia's commercial fishers are twice more likely to suffer from mental health problems compared to the general population. Take a listen to Matt's (ABC Country Hr) interview with two veterans from the NT seafood industry. https://ab.co/33wtgFA

08.01.2022 The 26th of May is also the day of another important milestone: The delivery of the Uluru Statement from the Heart, a consensus document on constitutional recognition, which is highly worth reading https://bit.ly/3fbkm7l

07.01.2022 Imported? Check the label.... In 2008, the Northern Territory introduced seafood labelling, a first for Australia. Here in the NT fish and chip shops, restaurants, cafes, bistros, hotels, motels and delicatessens in supermarkets are required to label all imported seafood sold for public consumption. So if youre not sure when you look at the menu or the label 'ask if its local' and 'Support NT Caught' where possible.

07.01.2022 Over twenty innovative and inspiring projects receive funding under the second round of the Our Marine Parks Grants Program. The funding will allow NTSC to tap into the knowledge of professional fishers to inform research and management of sawfish and river sharks. Working with professional fishers’ this project aims to improve knowledge of Sawfish and River sharks in northern Australia. Fieldwork will include collection of water samples to extract DNA, structured fishing su...rveys, genetic sampling, and tagging of sawfish encountered. The opportunity for share knowledge between fishers and scientists will contribute to improved understanding and management of these unique species that use Australian Marine Parks.

07.01.2022 Have you recently eaten some awesome local fish & chips, where is your favourite place and which species of fish was it?

07.01.2022 111th birthday - Dexter sings, whistle and eats half a dozen prawns every day. This story is worth a read https://ab.co/35Hok2u and bet it will have you thinking about increasing your weekly intake of seafood!

06.01.2022 Friday Fast Fact In 201718, the Northern Territorys fishing, aquaculture and associated processing industries contributed $136 million (total gross value added) to the Northern Territory economy.

06.01.2022 Tis the season to get stuck into seafood. Australian seafood availability and prices for Christmas 2020. https://bit.ly/39spEss

06.01.2022 On this day in 1967, Australia came together to answer a simple question, and in doing so changed history. The symbolic significance of the referendum, in which more than 90% of Australia’s population voted to count Aboriginal people as part of our population, cannot be understated. Essentially, it signalled a shift in the way future Australian governments approached Indigenous policies and issues, moving towards a focus on self-determination, reconciliation, and (eventually) closing the gap. You can learn more about the 1967 referendum and what those changes meant for Aboriginal people in Australia https://bit.ly/3hKZPYP

04.01.2022 Baby on board - Fishing family welcomes newest crew member as mackerel season begins. Ms Davey said she had no qualms about bringing a baby into a working environment in one of Australia's most remote fishing grounds. Congratulations Tiger and Prue on the safe arrival of Elica. https://www.abc.net.au//mackerel-fishing-with-a-/12409614

03.01.2022 For a true Territory style dinner. Great Australian Seafood - #EasyAs Barramundi tacos with rainbow slaw and salsa. https://bit.ly/32B4gNr

03.01.2022 Episode 4 of Outside 50km Feast - Julie Ann and Alan of Rum Jungle Organics and chef Bruce Shin of Eva’s Botanical Garden Café cooks a delicious and simple banana bread. https://bit.ly/37rKCFB

02.01.2022 More than 30 frozen fish products will no longer be sold as being 'made in Australia' - Country of origin labels are designed to inform consumers, some of whom may be willing to pay a premium for products they think are made in a particular country, especially Australia. https://bit.ly/2JQAH4b

02.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE The Northern Territory Seafood Council are elated to be one of three fishing communities around the nation given the opportunity to participate in the Mental Health pilot program recently launched by Seafood Industry Australia (SIA), supported by Women in Seafood Australasia (WISA). There are no dedicated, on-the-ground mental health supports that specifically target NT commercial fishers, processors and farmers, said Northern Territory Seafood Council, Chief ...Executive Office, Mrs Katherine Winchester. Talking about mental health is not always the easiest conversation to have, but now more than ever it is the most important conversation to have. We need to raise awareness and start building a network of support, because the unique challenges are not well understood by those outside the industry.

01.01.2022 Did you know - Here in the NT, dishes which contain multiple seafood ingredients (one or more) which have not been harvested in Australian waters, are required to be labelled 'contains imported seafood products'?

01.01.2022 Do you have a favourite whole fish recipe? A family favourite for one of our staff members is whole snapper with Thai chilli sauce - once they have all agreed whether it is going to be mild or hot!

01.01.2022 Mabo Day recognises that on June 3rd in 1992, the High Court of Australia threw out the principle of ‘terra nullius’ (nobody’s land), which is what allowed the British to claim Australia when they first arrived here. It was the Mabo decision that began the process which ended in Native Title legislation, so it is a significant one. Eddie Mabo, the man behind that particular case, fought for 10 years to have the Queensland Supreme Court and eventually the High Court acknowledge that just because Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples didn’t use the land in ways that Europeans constituted legal possession, that didn’t mean the land wasn’t theirs. Mabo was an significant historical figure. You can learn more about his life https://bit.ly/3wTvKec