Supporting a more sustainable aquaculture industry in Tasmania
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 17 May 2023
CSIRO’s Storm Bay Biochemical Modelling System simulates water quality, circulation, and nutrient flows to guide sustainable salmon farming. Findings show natural variability dominates, but added leases increase nutrients and turbidity.
Keywords: Storm Bay, CSIRO, aquaculture, salmon farming, water quality, digital twin, nutrient dynamics
A new model to monitor Atlantic Salmon farming in Storm Bay
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 16 May 2023
CSIRO and FRDC developed a digital twin model of Tasmania’s Storm Bay to simulate circulation, nutrients, and salmon farm impacts. The tool supports sustainable aquaculture, ecosystem management, and informed decision-making.
Keywords: Storm Bay, CSIRO, FRDC, digital twin, water quality, salmon farming, aquaculture management
CSIRO confirms location of MV Blythe Star shipwreck, ending 50-year mystery
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 15 May 2023
CSIRO’s RV Investigator confirmed the wreck of MV Blythe Star, lost in 1973 off Tasmania. Found intact at 150 m depth, the discovery solves a 50-year mystery and highlights its role in shaping maritime safety laws in Australia.
Keywords: MV Blythe Star, shipwreck, Tasmania, RV Investigator, maritime safety, heritage, closure
