News and Events
24 Jul 2008
Aquaculture legislation to confirm original intent of aquaculture law reform
Two bills amending aquaculture legislation to confirm the original intent of aquaculture law reform and help the industry develop in New Zealand were introduced to Parliament on 24 July 2008 by Environment Minister Trevor Mallard....READ MORE
24 Jul 2008
Aquaculture NZ joins NZ Fast Forward
Aquaculture NZ becomes the latest private sector group to sign up to become a cornerstone investor in the NZ Fast Forward Initiative....READ MORE
15 Jul 2008
New aquaculture initiatives announced
Funding for aquaculture projects in Tasman, Northland and Marlborough aimed at proressing aquaculture planning and the sustainable development of the aquaculture industry in New Zealand announced....READ MORE
01 Jul 2008
Maori aquaculture settlement consultation
The New Zealand government is currently taking submissions on a plan that assesses the Crown's progress on its obligations to iwi under the Maori Commercial Aquaculture Claims Settlement Act 2004.
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16 May 2008
Bringing aquaculture into the classroom
Investment in student learning is a key step in the growth of sustainable aquaculture and the communities in New Zealand supported by it, said Fisheries Minister Anderton....READ MORE
09 May 2008
New aquaculture resource launched at Manaia
The government releases Māori translation of Aquaculture in Action fact sheets....READ MORE
10 Apr 2008
Aquaculture development supported by funding
Environment Minister Trevor Mallard announces aquaculture development funding for for Environment Canterbury and Environment Waikato.
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20 Mar 2008
Major boost for Waikato aquaculture development
Minister of Conservation Steve Chadwick and Environment Waikato chairman Peter Buckley announce significant step towards the development of a new marine farming zone in Wilson Bay....READ MORE
15 Feb 2008
Preliminary decision on aquaculture proposals for Golden and Tasman bays
Ministry of Fisheries media release on preliminary decision on the 2,108 ha Tasman Interim Aquaculture Management Areas (AMAs) in Golden and Tasman Bays....READ MORE
15 Feb 2008
Tasman Aquaculture Management Area
Media release from Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton regarding 100 hectares of new aquaculture space...READ MORE
07 Dec 2007
Clevedon Coast Oysters exemplify the future of NZ agribusiness
Media release from Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton regarding Clevedon Coast Oysters...READ MORE
16 Nov 2007
Boost to aquaculture sector
Media release by Economic Development Minister Pete Hodgson....READ MORE
29 Jul 2007
Aquaculture reform - Securing a sustainable future for aquaculture
Ministerial Address to the NZ Marine Farming Association AGM
Montana Brancott Winery & Conference Centre, Blenheim...READ MORE
30 Jun 2007
Realising Māori success in aquaculture
Te Puni Kōkiri media release regarding nationwide hui on Māori and aquaculture...READ MORE
07 Jun 2007
Five-point plan to support aquaculture development
Government media release on 5-point plan to support the future growth of aquaculture...READ MORE
07 Jun 2007
Substantial funds for aquaculture goes to regions
Government media release regarding fund allocated to assist four key regions to advance planning for aquaculture...READ MORE
07 Jun 2007
Aquaculture industry identified as priority for growth
Media statement from the Prime Minister's office on launch of a new industry body for the aquaculture sector...READ MORE
07 Jun 2007
Māori Potential in Aquaculture Being Realised
Minister of Māori Affairs, Parekura Horomia, announces an investment strategy that ensures a Māori Relationship Manager will work within the aquaculture industry...READ MORE
07 Jun 2007
PM launches Aquaculture New Zealand
Speech by Prime Minister at the launch of Aquaculture New Zealand
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25 May 2007
Eel farming could be NZ's next big aquaculture species
Media release from New Zealand Government about eel farming potential in New Zealand...READ MORE
25 May 2007
Mahurangi Technical Institute Speech
Speech by Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton at aquaculture centre opening...READ MORE
22 May 2007
Straight talking to the fishing industry
Speech by Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton at the New Zealand Seafood Industry Conference 2007...READ MORE
15 May 2007
Aquaculture legislation to be amended
Media release from New Zealand Government regarding aquaculture legislation to be amended...READ MORE
08 May 2007
Aquaculture innovation
Media release on the New Zealand Government's approval of a project to facilitate research and innovation around new aquaculture species and technologies...READ MORE
02 Apr 2007
Annual Maori Fisheries Conference address
Speech by Associate Fisheries Minister Parekura Horomia to the Annual Maori Fisheries Conference...READ MORE
14 Mar 2007
Koura farming to be given a cautious green light
Media release from New Zealand Government on koura farming...READ MORE
08 Mar 2007
Potentially unlimited opportunities for mussel industry
Speech by Fisheries Minister Jim Anderton at Icon Culinaire Award Dinner and presentation of the Supreme Shellfish Savvy Trophy...READ MORE
14 Dec 2006
Aquaculture growth in our regions
Media release from New Zealand Government regarding aquaculture growth in our regions...READ MORE
07 Dec 2006
$2.9 million to help aquaculture development
Media release from New Zealand Government on $2.9 million to help aquaculture development...READ MORE
24 Nov 2006
Aquaculture sector strategy
Media release from New Zealand Government regarding the aquaculture sector strategy...READ MORE
