Ministers for the Department of Industry, Science and Resources
There are plenty of fish in the sea, but Australians have made a clear choice: they are backing Aussie seafood.
Over 99% of Aussies surveyed want to know where their seafood comes from and this government’s action has ensured they have peace of mind when buying a feed at the local corner store.
Over the last 12 months, Australian businesses have been gearing up for the introduction of mandatory labelling for seafood products in hospitality venues.
From 1 July 2026, hospitality businesses will be required to clearly label the origin of seafood dishes using the easy-to-use AIM model:
- A - Australian
- I - Imported
- M - Mixed origin (the dish contains both Australian and imported seafood).
The Albanese Government will always back Australian jobs and this model makes it even easier to support local producers.
This will help drive demand for local seafood, supporting Australian jobs right across the supply chain.
More information and guidance materials for business are available at: business.gov.au/seafoodlabels
Quotes attributable to Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science Tim Ayres:
“Australian seafood is great quality, safe, environmentally friendly and backs coastal fishing communities who work hard to deliver a local catch.
“More than 14,000 Aussie jobs, mostly in regional Australia, and billions of dollars in economic activity depend upon this industry.
“The Albanese Labor Government introduced Country of Origin Labelling to make sure all customers have the information they need to buy Australian seafood.”
Quotes attributable to Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Minister Julie Collins MP:
“For too long Australians have floundered with not enough information about the origin of seafood in hospitality venues, which is why we’re reeling this in.
“We’re backing more information for Australian consumers, who can be sold hook, line and sinker on local Australian seafood.
“The changes kicking off today deliver on a key commitment I was pleased to make in Opposition and will continue to support the efforts of our local seafood industry.”