The Great Australian Bight The Great Australian Bight

Mon, Jun 29th 2009, 12:40

If you look at a map of Australia you will notice that there is a large “bite” out of the south coast – this forms a huge bay known as the Great Australian Bight. Read more

BELKNAP MILL QUILTERS GUILD, Laconia, NH, USA BELKNAP MILL QUILTERS GUILD, Laconia, NH, USA

Mon, Jul 6th 2009, 11:31

The Belknap Mill Quilters Guild has set deadlines for registration of quilts to be entered in its Harvest of Quilts to be held at the Conference Center at Lake Opechee, 62 Doris Ray Court, Laconia, October 3 and 4, 2009. Read more

Problems with Aquaculture Problems with Aquaculture

Mon, Jul 13th 2009, 12:22

Aquaculture is widely regarded as the answer to the world’s problem of depleted fish stocks, but this does not come without a cost. Aquaculture comes with its own set of problems. Read more

Broome, Western Australia Broome, Western Australia

Fri, Jul 17th 2009, 12:30

Broome in Western Australia produces some of the finest cultured pearls in the world. This town has a long association with the pearl industry. Read more

Formation of Pearls Formation of Pearls

Wed, Jul 22nd 2009, 12:28

Pearls are formed by successive secretions from the mantle (or skin) of an oyster or mussel onto a foreign object within its shell. Read more

Beach Etiquette Beach Etiquette

Fri, Aug 14th 2009, 12:28

Got the costume, got the beach bag and headed to the beach to soak up some sun. Remember that you share the beach others … so these simple beach etiquette rules will ensure a great day at the beach for everyone. Read more

Win the trip of a lifetime Win the trip of a lifetime

Mon, Sep 14th 2009, 12:25

Baysider watched as the lucky Ben Southall was appointed as caretaker of the paradise islands of the Great Barrier Reef. Now he is recruiting helpers ... Read more

White Air 2009 Extreme Sports & Music Festival a huge success White Air 2009 Extreme Sports & Music Festival a huge success

Mon, Sep 21st 2009, 11:53

White Air 2009 Extreme Sports & Music Festival was a huge success this weekend with beautiful weather and a feast of sporting and music action for all to enjoy. Read more

Jellyfish Jellyfish

Tue, Sep 29th 2009, 12:35

Jellyfish existed on earth before the dinosaurs. These fragile creatures have existed for over 650 million years and continue to thrive. Read more

The world’s first Undersea Resort opens in Fiji The world’s first Undersea Resort opens in Fiji

Fri, Oct 9th 2009, 12:07

The world’s first Undersea Resort represents a new travel trend. Enjoy the ultimate in sea views from your undersea suite just off a pristine Fiji island. Read more

Aquaculture History Aquaculture History

Wed, Jul 1st 2009, 12:37

In China they have been practicing Aquaculture since ancient times. In fact, it was the fattening of wild carp that led to the mutated and domesticated goldfish … and the fishpond culture still so popular today. Read more

Types of Aquaculture Types of Aquaculture

Tue, Jul 7th 2009, 15:06

The farming of fish, shrimp, and shellfish is set to overtake cattle ranching by the end of this decade. Read more

Pearl Farming Pearl Farming

Fri, Jul 17th 2009, 10:25

Pearls have captivated human beings since ancient times. The revolution in aquaculture at the start of the twentieth century meant that pearls became more accessible. Read more

Kokichi Mikimoto: the father of Pearl Culture Kokichi Mikimoto: the father of Pearl Culture

Mon, Jul 20th 2009, 12:29

11 July 1893 was a significant day for the pearl industry. It was then that Japan’s Kokichi Mikimoto first produced a perfect round cultured pearl. Read more

Types of Cultured Pearl Types of Cultured Pearl

Tue, Jul 28th 2009, 13:23

Seawater Pearls form in oysters found mainly in the Pacific Ocean. Freshwater pearls form in freshwater mussels, particularly in Japan and the USA. Read more

Brighton Beach Party – Musicians sought Brighton Beach Party – Musicians sought

Tue, Sep 8th 2009, 11:09

The White Air Extreme Sport and Music Festival is one of Europe’s largest beach parties, a feast of events on water, land, air and beach. And they are searching for an opening music act … Read more

Beach Soccer

Wed, Sep 16th 2009, 11:41

Beach Soccer is a craze started on the beaches of Rio de Janiero, Brazil, which has taken the world by storm. Read more

FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2009 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2009

Wed, Sep 23rd 2009, 12:18

FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup 2009 will take place in Dubai 16 – 22 November 2009. Read more

Earthquake and Tsunami activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire Earthquake and Tsunami activity in the Pacific Ring of Fire

Thu, Oct 1st 2009, 11:10

The Pacific Ring of Fire is one of the main zones of earthquake and tsunami activity in the world. Sumatra and Samoa lie within this zone and are the latest victims of the ring of fire. Read more

Personal Submarines Personal Submarines

Mon, Oct 12th 2009, 12:17

Personal Submarines are the ultimate accessory for the mega rich – the perfect addition to any luxury yacht. Read more