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All Australian seaweed news
All Australian seaweed news


Early funding support critical for seaweed sector growth
Nurturing a new industry and beneficial environmental outcomes from seaweed requires a long-term political and private sector commitment....
Catherine Norwood
Apr 5, 20244 min read
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Entries open for kelp forest photo competition
Grab your camera and head to the ocean to capture the magical underwater world of kelp forests - and lodge your entry in the Kelp Forest...
Catherine Norwood
Nov 27, 20233 min read
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Tasmanian seaweed fashion for style and education
Tasmanian print artist Deborah Wace has introduced her designs to an international audience, combining bodysuits styled after the Leafy...
Catherine Norwood
Feb 28, 20232 min read
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Beneath the surface: seaweed inspired art exhibition
Science meets art in a new Tasmanian exhibition showcasing the incredible impressions of artists who have gone beneath the surface to...
Louise Creely (IMAS)
Jan 31, 20232 min read
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Australian seaweed innovation showcase at international symposium
A showcase of the latest developments in the Australian seaweed industry will be part of the International Seaweed Symposium in Hobart in...
Catherine Norwood
Jan 30, 20233 min read
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Is seaweed farming for you?
Words 'Greenwave How to start a kelp farm, Guided Course and Community, Tuesdays, Jan 10 – 14 Feb, 2023 2-3pm EST 10-11am AKST'
Catherine Norwood
Jan 7, 20232 min read
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Research, industry connects at ISS 2023
Connect with the latest in seaweed research and product development at the world's largest seaweed industry symposium in February 2023....
editor@seaweednews.au
Dec 29, 20222 min read
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Carbon, climate links lead seaweed symposium program
The potential for seaweeds to sequester carbon is a hot topic globally and will be the focus of several key presentations at the...
Catherine Norwood
Nov 25, 20223 min read
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Summit sets target to restore world's kelp forests
The Kelp Forest Alliance will hold a summit in Hobart Tasmania in February 2023 to set the first international target for kelp forest...
Catherine Norwood
Nov 1, 20222 min read
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Sharing lessons on seaweed paths to market
Leading seaweed biochemist Dr Helen Fitton will share her knowledge of commercialising seaweed extracts at the International Seaweed...
Catherine Norwood
Aug 18, 20223 min read
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Registrations open for International Seaweed Symposium 2023
Leading seaweed researchers and industry players will take part in the 24th International Seaweed Symposium in February 2023
editor@seaweednews.au
Jul 14, 20222 min read
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In from the tide – seaweed art on show in Albany
Nicola Thomas captures the delicate beauty and diversity of Western Australia’s seaweeds with an exhibition in Albany from 2–17 July 2022...
Catherine Norwood
Jun 22, 20223 min read
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Momentum gathers for Australia’s peak seaweed body
The Australian Sustainable Seaweed Association (ASSA) marks its 1st year with a growing network, new members and a promise of major funding
Fiona James
Jun 22, 20222 min read
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Hobart hosts global seaweed science symposium
'Seaweeds in a changing world': the 24th International Seaweed Symposium will be held in Hobart, Tasmania, 19-24 February 2023
Catherine Norwood
Apr 21, 20221 min read
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