WA Seafood Industry Awards 2024

The Western Australian Fishing Industry Council (WAFIC) is delighted to host the WA Seafood Industry Awards 2024 event on Friday 3 May 2024 at the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle.

The Awards showcase the WA seafood industry, its value to the State economy and communities, as well as the professionalism and commitment to supplying some of the finest seafood in the world to local, national and international markets, whilst also celebrating and encouraging industry participants.

In 2024, the event will once again bring together a wide range of stakeholders from the seafood and fishing industries. This exclusive evening welcomes the industry’s top players, including commercial fishers and aquaculturists, retailers, processors, exporters, wholesalers, restaurateurs as well as key government and environmental agencies, media and gastronomes.

Winners of each award category will receive automatic entry into the national awards competition, the National Seafood Industry Awards to be held in conjunction with Seafood Directions 2024, in Hobart.

Join us in celebrating and recognising positive contributions made by groups, individuals, government, researchers and businesses towards improving the Western Australian Seafood Industry.

A SEAFOOD CULINARY EXTRAVAGANZA

The 2024 event aspires to be bigger and better than ever before, offering a culinary extravaganza celebrating the ocean’s bounty with an array of food theatre displays and delectable creations. Featuring the finest Western Australian seafood, this gastronomic journey will be curated by highly esteemed seafood chefs as well as a selection of local producers. These culinary artists, armed with their expert knowledge and precision, will transform the region's bountiful seafood offerings into a symphony of flavours and artistic presentations. With a deep appreciation for the ocean's gifts, these chefs will craft dishes that not only tantalize the taste buds but also celebrate the rich maritime heritage of Western Australia, ensuring that attendees embark on a culinary journey like no other.

These culinary maestros include;

• Brad Adams, Rare Foods Australia – Producer Chef
• Liam Atkinson, Le Rebelle & Bar Rogue
• Damien Bell, Bellbuoy Seafoods – Producer Chef
• Scott Bridger, Bib & Tucker
• Steven Finch, Indigo Oscar
• Neil Forbes, Black Pearl Oyster Shucking
• Danny Matthews, The Seasonal Brewing Co
• Leigh Nash, Norfolk Hotel
• Leigh Power, Shui Subiaco
• Navarre Top, Double Rainbow Eating House
• Sam Vial, Wollaston Fish & Chips
• Chase Weber, Gorilla BBQ & Consultant to Kaarla Restaurant – Singapore

THE EVENT

The WA Seafood Industry Awards 2024

Time: 6pm until late.

Date: Friday, 3rd May 2024.

Venue: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle, Cnr Marine Terrace & Essex Street, Fremantle.

Cost: $120 per person (Early bird) or $140 per person (for tickets purchased after 5pm, Friday 1 March 2024) plus Eventbrite booking fees. Tickets include an array of seafood culinary delights as well as a 4-hour beer, wine & softdrinks package.

Dress: (Men) Suit and tie (Women) Cocktail wear.

NB. Please note there are no formal tables, the event is a stand-up cocktail style function, allowing guests to freely move between food theatre stations.

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

The event is an 18+ cocktail style function - alcohol will be served.

What are my parking options for the event?

Valet car-parking is available to hotel guests at a fee of $30.00 per vehicle per day, (subject to availability). The use of this bay is not transferable.

Located in the heart of Fremantle, nearby parking options include:

• Self parking is available at the DRIVO Carpark located at 11 Essex Street.
• City Of Fremantle – Esplanade Reserve located at 56 Marine Terrace
• Secure Parking located at 25 Collie Street.
• Pay’n’Display options are available through the City of Fremantle along the street, and directly opposite the hotel. Parking is signposted, and available to book/pay via the PayStay app.

What are my accommodation options for the event?

The Esplanade Hotel Fremantle are offering a 15% discount off their best flexible rate, until 3 May 2024, via the following link;

https://www.rydges.com/private-page/wa-seafood-industry-awards/

Please note all rooms would be subject to availability at the time of booking.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please contact WAFIC on admin@wafic.org.au or (08) 9432 7777 or Susan Bell on marketwisemc@bigpond.com or 0419 944 088 with any further questions.

What is the refund policy?

Tickets are fully refundable through Eventbrite until one (1) week prior to the event date (ie Friday 26th April 2024).

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes please!

Is my ticket transferrable?

Yes - Tickets are transferrable, please contact WAFIC on admin@wafic.org.au to advise the contact name and details of the person who the ticket will be transferred to.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

No - However, tickets are transferrable, please contact WAFIC on admin@wafic.org.au to advise the contact name and details of the person who the ticket will be transferred to so that the guest list can be updated.