Mammung Film Premiere

The WA branch of the Australian Marine Sciences Association is hosting a ‘Marine Snapchat’ at the Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre on Wednesday 4 October where marine scientists will present a one minute pitch of their research.

The evening will be divided into different themes and provide an opportunity for scientists to informally share their findings, experiences, and inspirations.

The format is ‘one slide, one minute, no animations'.

The event at IOMRC, 64 Fairway on The University of Western Australia campus, is free for AMSA members and $10 for non-members. Food and drinks provided. Doors open at 5.30pm for a 6pm start.

Please register to attend: events.humanitix.com/amsa-wa-s-marine-snapchat

Presenters need to submit their intention to speak by emailing wa@amsa.asn.au by 18 September.

The Western Rock Lobster Council (WRL), Australia’s Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) and Western Australia’s Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) are pleased to be hosting the 12th ICWL workshop on 22 – 27 October 2023 at the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle, Western Australia.

ICWL returns to where it all began in WA more than 40 years ago, when a group of 37 lobster biologists from 6 countries met in Perth to discuss and compare their work on lobster ecology, physiology, and management protocols, and to find common themes amongst the different species that were commercially fished.  Since its humble beginnings the ICLW has grown in popularity and prestige, and in recent years has attracted 150-200 participants from around 20 different countries.

Fremantle is a major port for the western rock lobster fleet. The western rock lobster fishery is the largest single species fishery in Australia with a value of more than $450 million annually.

The theme of the 12th ICWL is ‘ecosystem-based fisheries management.

WRL, FRDC and DPIRD are looking forward to hosting scientists, managers and industry participants in WA in October.

WA Museum is celebrating National Science Week by highlighting the innovative tools and technology its scientists use in their work - from discovering lost shipwrecks to finding new species in the depths of Perth Canyon.

WA Museum scientists access data and images generated through remote imaging, sensors, ROVs and many other tools that play a vital part in expanding scientific knowledge for Western Australians and the world.

Learn from the scientists by experiencing new technologies in hands-on activities during this special Science Week session.

 

CHAMPIONING THE WORLD'S OCEANS OVER A PINT

It is time to repair and regenerate areas of the oceans humans have damaged and not take the vast ecosystems for granted, according to the Chief Executive Officer of the Western Australian Marine Science Institution who joins other marine scientists at a United Nations sponsored forum in Fremantle on 13 June to mark World Ocean’s Day (8 June).

WAMSI CEO Dr Luke Twomey said the community was becoming more aware of the importance of the world’s oceans and the risks they faced.

He will be joined on the panel at the Old Courthouse venue by Professor Jennifer Verduin, Pro-Vice Chancellor, College of Environmental and Life Sciences and Professor of Oceanography at Murdoch University, Dr Rebecca Wellard, Program Manager Ocean Conservation at Minderoo Foundation and Dr Oliver Jewell, Marine Scientist and Postdoctoral Research Associate at The University of Western Australia’s Oceans Institute.

“The ocean is responsible for important processes such the weather, carbon sequestration, and oxygen production,” Dr Twomey said.  “It is essential habitat for an incredible diversity of flora and fauna and is responsible for the dynamics and stability of our coastlines. When we damage it, we are dismantling our life support system.”

UWA Oceans Institute Director, Dr Christophe Gaudin, said ocean health was a critical issue for everyone.

“Ocean health must be addressed by our communities at large to safeguard the well-being of future generations. The creation of the panel and the expertise assembled within the panel are an important step in that direction.”

“Panels like these serve a crucial purpose in addressing the importance of the ocean within the global climate system,” Professor Verduin said.

Dr Wellard said Western Australia was fortunate to have the longest coastline in the country, but the privilege came with great responsibility.

“This event is an opportunity to bring together scientists, ocean conservationists, and ocean champions to discuss what we can do to support a resilient and sustainable ocean,” Dr Wellard said.

“There has never been a more important time for us to support the United Nations’ Ocean Decade. World Oceans Day and the events around it offers a platform to talk about the science we need to keep our oceans healthy for future generations.”

The event has been organised by the United Nations Association of Australia WA Division and is sponsored by the UWA Oceans Institute, the Harry Butler Institute at Murdoch University and WAMSI.

“WA has a strong focus on its marine environment and there are so many opportunities for people to play and work on the ocean. We will discuss opportunities as we move away from carbon-based energy to more renewable forms,” Dr Twomey said.

Tickets are available here.