Position Statements

As Australia’s peak professional body for marine scientists from all disciplines and for over 60 years has promoted all aspects of marine science in Australia. AMSA operates with a membership network of individuals and corporate affiliates as a not-for-profit organisation.

AMSA position statements are considered for review after 5 years. Members are encouraged to raise and champion relevant position statements for consideration and endorsement by the AMSA Council. Contact the AMSA President at president@amsa.asn.au.


2023     Post-Vote Summary

2023     AMSA supports the Uluru Statement and Voice to Parliament

2022     Climate Change

2021     The Importance of Taxonomy to Marine Science [updated 2025 paper: Taxonomy is a foundation of marine science, and it is in trouble]

2019     Marine Protected Areas

2012     Marine Protected Areas

2008     Marine Protected Areas

2007     Introduced Marine Pests

 Infographics – Marine Pests of NSW, NSW Government Marine Pests Policies, Socio-economic Impacts from 2021 PACE interns