26 August 2025
Thursday 30 October, 9.30am to 4.00pm
Waikawa Boating Club or online via Teams
You’re invited to a day of insights, innovation, and practical learning at the annual Top of the South Marine Biosecurity Partnership Forum.
Hear from experts:
- Dr Irene Middleton (Biosecurity New Zealand) – Marine Biosecurity in New Zealand: Protecting what we love
- Dr Ian Davidson (Cawthron Institute) – New technologies and strategies for managing marine pests
- Dr Patrick Cahill (Cawthron Institute) – Antifouling coatings and product selection
- Dr Chris Woods and Dr Deborah Hofstra (Earth Sciences New Zealand) - National Marine High Risk Site Surveillance Programme and the Aquatic Biosecurity Flagship Programme
Get hands-on:
In-person attendees will participate in a live Marine Biosecurity Incursion Response Scenario, where theory meets practice in a simulated operational setting.
Please indicate whether you’ll be attending online or in person.
Advise of any dietary requirements if attending in person.
Open to all those with an interest in marine biosecurity, including boaties, divers and marine professionals.