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Small bodied fish
Saving our stockies
May 31, 2024
Stocky Galaxias, a rare fish, thrives post-bushfires thanks to dedicated conservation efforts.
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Engaging People
Join me in the middle of the MDB – A day in the life of a fish researcher
December 18, 2023
Discover the rescue of the elusive Olive perchlet, a rare fish species in the Murray-Darling Basin, by a dedicated fish researcher.
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Drought
A hook a day keeps the doctor away - New survey finds fishing contributes to wellbeing
September 26, 2023
Australia's love for fishing is vast; a survey shows 19.5% fish recreationally, impacted by events like COVID-19 and bushfires.
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Engaging People
Maccas in the Macquarie River
September 18, 2023
Macquarie perch face extinction; efforts to revive populations show promise with habitat restoration and breeding advances.
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Drought
The plight of Southern Pygmy Perch and the local efforts for recovery
August 31, 2023
S. Pygmy Perch, once widespread, now clings to survival in NSW's few creeks, battling invasive species, drought, and habitat loss.
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Fish Habitats
Monitoring and managing fishways – what happens after construction?
August 3, 2023
Fishways at Koondrook & Cohuna weirs aid fish passage, but adjustments needed to curb juvenile Carp migration.
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Demonstration Reaches
“People making fish happen” - what makes fish recovery actions successful?
July 26, 2023
Discover the vital role of community in native fish recovery, from the Southern Purple Spotted Gudgeon to the River blackfish.
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Fish Habitats
Redfin perch and the EHN virus
July 19, 2023
EHNV, a lethal fish virus in Australia, causes mass deaths in redfin perch and affects other species. Report cases to 1800 675 888.
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Fish Habitats
Trout and trout stocking: acknowledging the harm, finding the balance
June 26, 2023
Alien trout in Australia threaten native fish, with dire impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem health.
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Engaging People
Rare footage of small-bodied fish in the wild!
May 26, 2023
Discover the passion of a young videographer documenting native fish and aquatic life in Victoria's waterways.
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Environmental flows
What have the recent floods meant for the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth?
April 5, 2023
Floods rejuvenate Murray River's ecosystem, balancing freshwater and marine life, raising debates on future water management.
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Drought
Attraction flow supporting native fish migration
March 27, 2023
UNSW research on fish migration in Murray-Darling Basin reveals fishway design impacts on native species.
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Fish Habitats
Continued impacts of the Black Summer bushfires on native fish and platypus
February 2, 2023
Bushfire impact on aquatic life: native fish suffer post-fire, platypus thrive, highlighting need for species-specific management.
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Environmental flows
Making the Connection: Providing Temporary Fish Passage at the Menindee Lakes
February 2, 2023
Fish migration in NSW rivers is hindered by barriers, but innovative fishways aid their crucial life cycles.
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Fish Habitats
Bringing Murray cod back to the Baaka
January 31, 2023
Efforts to revive Murray Cod in Darling-Baaka show low numbers, need united action for habitat and population recovery.
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Fish Habitats
Microplastics in Australian freshwater fish
December 19, 2022
Microplastics harm ecosystems, impacting freshwater and marine life, with research and action needed to mitigate effects.
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Cold water pollution
Guide: Golden perch rehabilitation after a major fish kill
November 13, 2022
Golden perch in the Darling River face threats from fish kills, with research guiding rehabilitation efforts.
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Fish Habitats
How dredging impacts fish ecology
August 29, 2022
Dredging alters estuary terrain, impacting fish habitats and biodiversity, posing challenges for coastal management and urban planning.
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Fish Habitats
To stock or not: the case for Barramundi
August 22, 2022
Barramundi, a versatile fish in Australia, adapts to both water types and undergoes sex change, crucial for ecosystem balance.
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Demonstration Reaches
10-years on: the legacy of restoring the Ovens River for cod
July 18, 2022
Ovens River rehab boosts Murray & Trout cod by 300%, enhancing habitat & engaging community.
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Fish Habitats
Fishy Villas: Fish Hotels Providing Habitat for Native Species
May 23, 2022
Fish hotels mimic habitats for native fish, aiding growth and offering refuge, especially for iconic Murray Cod in Australian rivers.
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Environmental flows
New fishway at Toorale already supporting fish migration
May 16, 2022
Toorale Park: A fusion of culture, ecology, and innovative fishway design, enhancing river life and honoring ancient traditions.
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Fish Habitats
The wetlands of Lake Alexandrina: home to a unique population of Southern pygmy perch
December 1, 2021
Lake Alexandrina's unique ecology thrives with careful water management, ensuring survival of species like the Southern pygmy perch.
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Fish Habitats
From New Caledonia to the Barwon River: tracking migratory eels using satellites
May 4, 2021
Victoria's eels, vital to biodiversity and culture, face decline. Satellite tracking aids in understanding their long migratory journey.
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Fish Habitats
New Thomson River Fishway - enabling gold-mining history and native fish to come together
April 28, 2021
Thomson River's fishway aids native fish, preserving biodiversity and heritage in Victoria.
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