OzFish Unlimited - Geographe Chapter

29/09/2026

Want to make a real difference from a career in seagrass restoration? We are looking for the next member of our WA team to help run our new seagrass nursery in Rockingham. Full details available here https://ozfish.org.au/careers/

26/08/2026

This week we have been back on the water with the team from Murdoch's Freshwater Fish Group & Fish Health Unit targeting non-native fish in the Vasse River and connected waterways. No fish caught in the river this time, but we did catch some large goldfish in the New River Wetlands that were literally bursting with eggs and ready to spawn. This supports previous research that tracked goldfish in the system and suggested the wetlands were used as a spawning site.

The WA Urban Carp and Goldfish Roundup is funded by the Australian Government’s Natural Heritage Trust under the Urban Rivers and Catchments Program, with support from Local Government authorities including City of Busselton - Local Government.

12/08/2026

Coming up next week...

🌊 National Science Week on the Busselton Foreshore 🔬🐠

Celebrate National Science Week with a full weekend of marine discovery, conservation and community on the beautiful Busselton Foreshore. Whether you're a curious ocean lover, a family looking for fun weekend activities, or a marine science enthusiast, there's something for everyone!

🪸 Saturday 22 August, 10am–1pm – Marine Biodiversity and More
Hosted by Busselton Jetty Inc., discover the incredible marine life found beneath the iconic Busselton Jetty through interactive displays, hands-on activities and fascinating talks.

🍻 Sunday 23 August, 2–6pm – Science and Pints
Hosted by AMSA WA, enjoy a relaxed afternoon at Shelter Brewing Co featuring short talks from marine scientists, a panel Q&A, ocean-themed activities, and plenty of opportunities to chat with the researchers working to understand and protect WA's marine environments.

🎉 National Science Week Special at the Marine Discovery Centre
For August 22nd and 23rd only, the Busselton Jetty Marine Discovery Centre is offering ONE FREE child admission with every adult ticket purchased.

Bring the family, bring your friends, or come along to meet fellow ocean enthusiasts while celebrating the amazing science happening right here in Western Australia.

🎟️ Marine Biodiversity and More: FREE
👉 https://www.scienceweek.net.au/event/busselton-jetty-marine-biodiversity-and-more/busselton/

🎟️ Science and Pints: $10 | FREE for children under 12
👉 https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/c1477243-bdc7-41b9-adb8-c7713fe7ef8e

🎟️ Marine Discovery Centre special offer: Buy one adult ticket and receive ONE FREE child admission (22nd and 23rd August Only).
👉 https://busseltonjetty.com.au/attractions/marine-discovery-centre/

25/05/2026

Thanks to the volunteers who came along to help construct fish hotels for native fish and crustaceans in the Buayanup. These structures made from natural materials will provide complex habitat in areas where it is lacking, giving local species the shelter and protection they need to thrive🦞🐟🐊

This project is funded and supported by Water Corporation and BCF - Boating, Camping, Fishing

14/05/2026

We will be running a fish hotel workshop in Vasse next weekend. Come along and get involved🐟

09/03/2026

There were some big sambos getting around our divers when they were cleaning up the jetty last week. Thanks to Aneta Rybak Ward for the video!

02/03/2026

13/02/2026

Calling local divers🤿 We are teaming up with the Jetty again for our Big Underwater Clean Up 2026! Dive places are limited, so get in quick and register through the Busselton Jetty website. Onshore helpers needed too, lunch provided🐟

03/02/2026

Howie's Junior Jetty Classic 2026 saw a more than 70 kids take to the jetty to finish off the holidays, our biggest comp to date. Windy conditions didn't deter the junior fishers reeling in a range of species including King George Whiting, skippy, trumpeters, bream, snook, long toms, Norwest blowfish, a banjo shark and even a flathead on squid jig. Thanks to Busselton Jetty and BCF - Boating, Camping, Fishing Busselton for the support.

03/02/2026

Howie's Junior Jetty Classic 2026. After a quick chat about competition rules, the race was on to grab a good spot and get a line in the water!