Marine Biosecurity Seminar Series 2023

Videos of the seminars now available to watch, see links below.

Learn from industry experts and scientists leading the marine biosecurity field in New Zealand.

Who should pay for marine biosecurity?

Wednesday 24 May 2023, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

From visiting ships to cruising yachts and even kayaks, no boat is immune to marine pest infestations. But when it comes to preventing the spread of pests domestically, local boat owners shoulder the burden of checking, cleaning and maintaining their vessels. However, we all benefit from marine pest management and the environmental protection it brings. How should marine biosecurity be funded and what role do the beneficiaries and exacerbators of marine biosecurity effectively play in the big picture?

Thank you to our panelists from: Aquaculture NZ, Kelly Tarlton Marine Wildlife Trust, Yachting New Zealand, Northland Regional Council and the NZ Marina Operators Association

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Filling gaps in our clean hull framework

Wednesday 31 May 2023, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

More infrastructure is one part of the solution for boat operators needing maintenance options to maintain great hull hygiene, but there are also other solutions – from new-look facilities, to new and emerging antifoul coating products and antifoul alternatives to solutions for underwater structures, and the role of education in creating a new ‘hull hygiene’ mindset. We hear from a range of experts about their experience, their wins, and their ideas for the future.

Thank you to our panelists from: Aquaculture NZ, Kelly Tarlton Marine Wildlife Trust, Yachting New Zealand, Northland Regional Council and the NZ Marina Operators Association.

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Marine biosecurity tools - information and tools for council staff

Wednesday 7 June 2023, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Surveillance, incursion response, regulations and education: how are the regions working to prevent the spread of marine pests and what is most effective? Hear from experienced practitioners leading the way in this field in the North and South Islands.

Thanks to speakers from: Northland Regional Council, Marlborough District Council and Bay of Plenty Regional Council and the Top of the South Marine Biosecurity Partnership and the Top of the North Marine Biosecurity Partnership.

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