Murdoch University researchers have won a $215,000 grant from the federal government to investigate invasive species and the damage they are doing in a south west waterway.

The Queensland aquaculture industry's future is secured with the release of a plan which provides certainty for both aquaculture companies and conservationists, in the Great Sandy region.

A team of national and international marine researchers has identified the key prey of western rock lobster larvae, a finding that has important implications for the future of the country's most valuable fishery.

Environment Minister Tony Burke encouraged communities to take the opportunity to get involved in the development of marine reserves and bioregional planning in Australia's south-west, with 45 days remaining in a three month consultation period.

CMAR maintains diverse capabilities in marine biogeochemistry. Marine biogeochemistry involves measuring and modelling carbon and nutrient cycling in estuarine, coastal and ocean systems.

The NSW government's roll back of protection at Solitary Islands and Jervis Bay marine parks represents an unprecedented attack on marine protected areas, according to Australia's leading conservation groups.

Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX 2011), Sanctuary Cove, May 17 and 18The inaugural ASMEX 2011 conference has raised a number of key issues seen as barriers to the growth of visiting superyachts to the region.