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Cooking confidence and meal planning are the biggest barriers stopping Australians from eating two serves of seafood a week.

Not taste.
Not access.
But both easier to overcome than you might think.

Swipe to bust the three biggest seafood myths.

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Eating two serves of seafood a week could literally help save your life and my Crispy Sheet Pan Fish Tacos with Crunchy Coleslaw & Creamy Avocado Sauce are one of the easiest and most delicious ways to do it @frdc.au New research has found that eating just 2 serves of seafood a week is linked to: ✔ 30% lower risk of cardiovascular disease (Australia’s #1 killer) ✔ 30% lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease ✔ 10% lower risk of dementia Most Australians still aren’t eating the recommended two serves of seafood each week, so make it easier with these easy sheet pan fish tacos the whole family will love. And as a dietitian, I love that seafood provides nutrients like omega-3s, protein, vitamin D, B12, iodine, selenium & zinc that work together in ways supplements can’t always replicate. Whole food wins. I’ve used Australian barramundi, but you can use any white fish. Look for Australian seafood (fresh or frozen, farmed or wild) at your local fishmonger or supermarket. Here’s the recipe: Ingredients Makes 4 serves Fish 600g Australian barramundi fillets (skin removed) 8 small flour tortillas 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil Seasoning: 1 ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, pinch of salt & pepper Avocado Sauce ½ cup Greek/natural yoghurt 1 avocado ½ jalapeño 1 garlic clove ¼ cup coriander Juice of 1 lime Pinch of salt Coleslaw 1 cup red cabbage, shredded 1 cup green cabbage, shredded ¼ cup coriander 1 Tbsp olive oil Juice of 1 lime Optional: grated cheese Method: Preheat oven to 190C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the fish to the pan in a single layer and rub with oil and seasonings. Bake for 12-14 minutes until fish is cooked through. Remove from oven and shred with forks and set aside. Next, make the avocado sauce. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed and set aside. Finally, make the slaw and assemble tacos, spreading the avocado sauce on the tortilla, followed by the fish and slaw, with more avocado sauce on top. Enjoy! Save this for your next family seafood dinner 🌮 #two4life #australianseafood #hea

From the first trimester to your eighties, two serves of seafood a week delivers health benefits at every single stage of life.

🤰🏼 During pregnancy: omega-3s and iodine found in seafood reduce the risk of pre-term birth, low birthweight and complications like preeclampsia. They actively support the developing brain, laying the neurological foundation for a healthy child.

🍼 In the first year: introducing fish can reduce a baby’s risk of eczema, hay fever, asthma and food allergies.

🧸 In childhood and adolescence: DHA-rich seafood supports brain development, improves cognition and behaviour, and may reduce the risk of ADHD and depression.

🙋🏽‍♂️ In adulthood: two serves a week is associated with a 10% lower cardiovascular risk, a 26% lower risk of depression (especially in women), and meaningful improvements in sleep quality and mental health.

🧓🏻 In older age: omega-3s help prevent muscle loss, frailty and falls. Two serves a week reduces dementia risk by 10% and Alzheimer’s risk by 30%. For older women, regular consumption of oily fish helps protect against osteoporosis.

One habit. A lifetime of benefit. Two4Life.

A big congratulations to everyone recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026.

This year's Honours List recognises 949 Australians whose dedication, service and achievements have made a significant contribution to our nation and communities.

We are especially pleased to congratulate Dr Mark Lintermans, who was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to freshwater conservation, the environment and fisheries ecology, and FRDC Indigenous Reference Group member Stephan Schnierer, who was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for service to fisheries management.

Thank you both for your many years of leadership, expertise and commitment to Australia's fisheries, aquatic environments and communities. Your contributions have helped shape a stronger and more sustainable future for our aquatic resources.

Good food. Good company. Better health.

A long weekend is the perfect excuse to put seafood at the centre of the table and share the benefits with the people you love.

Swipe for easy and delicious ways to make seafood the star

Today on World Ocean Day, we celebrate the oceans that connect us.

At FRDC, we’re proud to invest in the research, innovation and partnerships that help ensure our marine environments remain healthy, productive and resilient for generations to come.

Together, we’re delivering impact for fishing, aquaculture and the communities that depend on thriving aquatic ecosystems.

Your heart health cheat sheet for the fish counter.

Two serves of seafood a week can help lower your risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 30%, and oily fish like salmon, sardines and mackerel pack the biggest heart-health benefits thanks to their omega-3s.

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Full species guide at frdc.com.au

How many fish stocks are behind your seafood dinner?

New research into Eastern School Whiting, one of Australia’s most popular and widely caught species, has revealed a single connected stock across multiple states, but with important regional differences.

Using genetics and otolith analysis, scientists have uncovered how these fish move and mix along the Australian coastline.

The findings are helping reshape stock assessment models and support more informed, cross-jurisdictional fisheries management.

Read the full article to learn more: https://www.frdc.com.au/news/re-whiting-history-what-scientists-have-uncovered-about-one-australias-favourite-fish

As National Reconciliation Week (NRW) draws to a close for another year, there is still time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to reflect on how each of us can contribute to reconciliation.

The 2026 NRW theme, All In, is a call for all Australians to commit to reconciliation every day. It reminds us that reconciliation is not a spectator sport. Meaningful change requires all of us to step forward and take action.

As part of our commitment to advancing First Nations equality, FRDC is proud to release its Indigenous Reconciliation Statement of Intent and Action (IRSIA) Progress Report.

The report highlights the progress we have made, assesses the effectiveness of our commitments and explores how our work is contributing to meaningful and lasting outcomes for First Nations peoples and communities.

Read the report here:https://www.frdc.com.au/sites/default/files/documents/Indigenous%20Reconciliation%20Statement%20of%20Intent%20and%20Actions%20Progress%20Report%20%E2%80%93%20May%202026.pdf

Are you All In?