Australia

Canberra to host 2016 Oceania Judo Championships

The event, scheduled for April 8 to 10 next year, will see the continent’s top judokas battle it out for medals and will be followed by a week-long training camp from April 11 to 17.

Australia were the dominant nation at this year’s Oceania Judo Championships, winning eight of 10 gold medals available in the junior and cadet competitions on the opening day at the Arena de Paita in Nouméa, New Caledonia.

Australian Government meets commitment to seafood industry

“The Australian Government is committed to ensuring a sustainable and competitive seafood industry. Prior to the federal election we promised to support national commercial fishing peak bodies and we are delivering on that commitment,” Senator Colbeck said.

“This is a substantial investment for the commercial fishing sector over four years and will help them to promote sustainable fishing practices and provide strong representation by peak bodies.”