I interrupt this programming with some vital news.
Western Australia was over-represented at last night’s National Seafood Industry Awards with finalists in 10 of the 13 categories.
The current executive officer for the WA commercial fishing industry consultation unit, Angus Callander, was inducted into the National Seafood Industry Hall of Fame for his almost 40-year career in the seafood industry. He has transformed remote fisheries, built social licence and community-based initiatives and helped develop innovative businesses.
OK, OK, sorry. I felt like I should recognise Angus’ achievements first before I revealed that Albany’s Hooked on Middleton Beach was awarded Australia’s best fish and chips.
We are so honoured to receive this award and are proud to be able to showcase the quality WA seafood which we have access to … shoutout to our dedicated team of staff, our loyal customers and most importantly our local fishermen,” they wrote on their social media today.
“As a small family-run business, we are incredibly proud of what we have been able to create and achieve over the past eight years at Hooked, and in our 20 years in the industry.”
It’s actually the second time Hooked have won this award, having won it in 2018, so they must be doing something right.
Other WA winners were Brett McCallum for the Health & Safety award, recognising his 40 years of dedicated service.
Sophie Sharland, managing director at Hamilton Hill seafood wholesaler Endeavour Foods, received the Young Achiever award for her commitment to driving positive change and empowering future leaders.
Tassal, which recently expanded operations to include aquaculture of ocean-grown barramundi in the Kimberley, took out the Best Large Business award with Tassal chief executive Mark Ryan also inducted into the hall of fame.
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