Expressions of interest open for National Ocean Advisory Group
People with an interest in Australia's ocean future are encouraged to apply to join the National Ocean Advisory (NOAG), with expressions of interest now open.
The NOAG will bring together members from across Australia's ocean community to provide practical and strategic input on implementing Australia's Sustainable Ocean Plan.
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is looking for people from Australia's ocean community with a diverse range of experience and expertise, such as:
- marine sectors such as fishing, aquaculture, shipping, ports, tourism, recreation, defence, restoration and energy
- First Nations peoples
- non-government organisations
- researchers and scientists
- young people.
Applications are open from 21 October to 19 November 2026, with expressions of interest closing at 5.30 pm (AEDT) on Thursday 19 November 2026.
Stakeholders are encouraged to share the opportunity through their networks and communication channels to help attract a broad cross-section of applicants from across Australia's ocean sectors.
For more information and to submit an expression of interest, visit the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water website.