Frequently Asked Questions
DID YOU KNOW?
Australian seafood is healthy and safe and fish is a SUPER FOOD.
You have to eat at least 619gms of chicken breast to get the same omega 3 benefits as eating only 100gms of Gummy Shark, this is a fantastic reason to try and increase your fish consumption.
In 2012, the Australian Seafood Cooperative Research Centre released the results of comprehensive laboratory testing conducted on fresh Australian wild and farmed seafood. The results of this scientific study confirmed that Australian seafood is healthy, safe to eat and contains vital nutrients and omega 3. All species tested were compliant with Australian regulatory minimum levels for cadmium and lead.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
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Our retail staff can ice your fresh fish, this is a good idea if it is during the summer months or if you are travelling a long distance.
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No, the best way to transport frozen fish is to wrap with paper and store in an insulated bag
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Our seafood is 90% local and only 10% frozen produce is imported
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Mainly from local commercial fishermen who catch fish from the South Austrian border to Albany and as far as Exmouth.
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On average, we fillet our fish on a daily basis
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Fish can be eaten when pregnant or breastfeeding
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Mercury occurs naturally in the environment and builds up in fish over time. Most fish have low levels, only a few species have higher amounts. Most people eat a moderate amount of fish so the benefits of eating fish outweigh any potential risks related to mercury consumption.