Pure Aquatics

17/04/2026

Feeding is everything in aquaculture — so why leave it to chance? 🐟
In commercial fish farming, feeding accounts for up to 60% of total production costs. Overfeeding wastes money and degrades water quality. Underfeeding stunts growth. Manual feeding just can't keep up.
That's why we're big believers in automatic feeding systems — and in our latest article, we break down exactly how they're transforming farms of all sizes.
From reducing feed waste and improving FCR, to running unattended night feeds across hundreds of tanks — the Innovaqua Mirafeed range (available through Pure Aquatics) is changing the game.

👉 Read the full article: https://pureaquatics.com.au/smarter-feeding-stronger-farms-how-automatic-fish-feeders-are-transforming-aquaculture/

Have questions about automatic feeders for your setup? Drop them in the comments or give us a call on (02) 6585 2421.

30/03/2026

🐢 Planning an LSS upgrade at your zoo or aquarium? Read this first.

The biggest risk in Life Support System upgrades isn't finding the right equipment — it's starting the planning process too late.

From quarantine systems to shark lagoons and platypus habitats, every aquatic LSS has 8 interdependent phases. Delays in one compound exponentially through the rest — and missed stocking windows can be impossible to recover without significant additional cost.

In our latest blog, Pure Aquatics shares real-world insights from zoo and aquarium projects across Australia, including:

✅ Why the concept phase is where most facilities underinvest
✅ Equipment lead times of 4–8+ weeks (often shipped from overseas)
✅ The biological maturation phase most facilities forget to plan for
✅ 6 things to lock in before your project begins

Whether your upgrade is 6 months or 2 years away, this article is worth a read.

👉 Read the full article: pureaquatics.com.au/why-early-planning-matters-for-zoo-and-aquarium-life-support-system-upgrades/

17/02/2026

📍 We’re Here at Aquaculture America 2026!

Pure Aquatics is excited to be on the ground in Las Vegas for Aquaculture America 2026, happening now from February 16–19.

This event brings together aquaculture professionals, researchers, farmers, students, and industry leaders from across the United States and beyond — and the energy here is incredible.

From technical sessions and research presentations to one of the largest aquaculture trade shows in the country, this conference is where innovation, science and business come together to shape the future of aquaculture.

Lindsay Hopper is here representing Pure Aquatics and is looking forward to connecting with industry colleagues, partners, and new contacts throughout the week.

If you’re attending, let’s connect while we’re in Las Vegas!

16/02/2026

We’re proud to announce Pure Aquatics as a sponsor of the ANZAAP Aquatic Symposium 2026

As part of the symposium program, Bradley Dohnt from Pure Aquatics will present “Tendering for Success” — an information session designed to help facilities prepare for going out to tender or quotation. The session will cover key steps and practical considerations to support more efficient processes and achieve the best possible project outcomes.



Wednesday, 18 February 2026

2:40 PM

South Australian Aquatic Sciences Centre, West Beach, Adelaide



Tendering for aquatic systems is about far more than just price. Missing or under-specified equipment, underestimated budgets, and unclear system requirements can lead to costly compromises down the track. Bradly’s session will step through the critical elements that need close attention — helping you ensure your submission reflects not just what you want, but what your operation actually needs.

From biological performance and infrastructure planning to long-term operational costs, this talk will highlight where tenders often fall short — and how to avoid those pitfalls.

At Pure Aquatics, partnering early in the tender process means:

Clear, detailed equipment specifications
Realistic budgeting with no nasty surprises
Systems designed for long-term performance and animal welfare
Confidence that your proposal stacks up technically and commercially
The ANZAAP Aquatic Symposium 2026 brings together leading aquatic animal professionals from across Australia and New Zealand for three days of learning, collaboration, and innovation, hosted at SARDI’s world-class aquatic research facility just minutes from Adelaide Airport.

If you’re responsible for planning, upgrading, or tendering aquatic systems — this is a session not to miss.

Learn more about the symposium: https://anzaap.org.au/anzaap-aquatic-symposium/

About ANZAAP: https://anzaap.org.au/

See you in Adelaide!

09/02/2026

Biological Performance Starts Here - Strong aquaculture systems are built on strong biology.
Our range of aquaculture bacteria and biological support products are designed to help:
✔️ Establish and maintain effective biofilters
✔️ Improve nitrogen cycling and waste breakdown
✔️ Support stable water quality
✔️ Create healthier conditions for aquatic animals
Whether you’re starting a new system or optimising an existing one, understanding and supporting your system’s biology is key to long-term performance.
👉 Learn more about how biological solutions work together here:
🔗 https://pureaquatics.com.au/biological-performance-starts-here/

19/12/2025

😂📦 Spotted in the wild at RK2 HQ!

Sam and Rigo putting in the hard yards getting one of the final shipments of 2025 on its way — and yes, those UV units are heading all the way to us at Pure Aquatics 🇦🇺✈️

Big thanks to the RK2 Systems team for keeping things moving (and nice try hiding from the camera, Sam 👀😆). We can’t wait for these to land and get them into Aussie systems soon!

18/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! 🎄

As we wrap up the year, we just want to say a huge thank you to all of our wonderful customers for your support throughout 2025. We truly appreciate you and look forward to helping you again in 2026!

Holiday Office Closure Notice:
Our office will be closed from Monday 22 December to Friday 2 January, and we’ll be back to regular hours from Monday 5 January 2026.

Wishing you a safe, relaxing and joy-filled festive season!

05/12/2025

Big news for the NSW aquaculture community! The new $20 million Aquaculture Industry Development Program NSW is now open — offering grants from $100,000 to $2,000,000 to support infrastructure upgrades, new product development, sustainability improvements and more.

If you’re planning to apply in 2026, now is the time to start preparing — and the team at Pure Aquatics can help make your application stand out. From hatchery systems to custom aquaculture setups and wastewater solutions, Pure Aquatics offers design, supply and installation services tailored to aquaculture businesses.

Thinking about growth, sustainability or expansion? Contact Pure Aquatics and give your application the strongest possible start.

The NSW Government has established the Aquaculture Industry Development Program, with funding of up to $20 million available to support the NSW aquaculture sector. Key information Status: Open Grant amount: From $100,000 to $2,000,000 Application opened: 24 November 2025 Application closes: 18 Janua...

22/10/2025

Reliable Airflow. Maximum Efficiency. Engineered for Aquaculture.

The Sprintex G15 Series Air Pumps deliver high performance with low energy use — designed to keep your systems running smoothly and your stock thriving. Built for durability and consistent airflow, the G15 range ensures optimal oxygen delivery and water movement across hatcheries, grow-out systems, and RAS facilities.

See the range of Sprintex G15 Series Air Pumps - Link in comments.

17/10/2025

🐟Want cleaner, healthier water and stronger fish growth in your ponds or tanks? Check out Aero-Tube® Microbubble Oxygen Diffuser Tubing — now available via Pure Aquatics!

🔹 Why Aero-Tube®?
• Superior oxygen diffusion thanks to micro-porous tubing
• Available in 30 m rolls or by the metre — so you only buy what you need
• Durable & UV-resistant for long service life
• Also offered as ring diffusers, linear diffusers, grids or custom built to suit your setup
• Engineered for energy efficiency and reliable performance

Whether you’re building a new aeration system or upgrading your current one, Aero-Tube gives you flexibility, efficiency and excellent water quality.

👉 Take a look at the full range & specs here: see link in comments

📞 If you’d like help picking the right size, layout or diffuser for your system, send us a message!

13/10/2025

🔁 Efficient. Sustainable. Scalable. RAS is the Future of Aquaculture
Pure Aquatics designs and supplies fully integrated Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) that maximise growth, minimise water use, and ensure consistent, year-round production. From hatchery to grow-out, our systems are tailored for commercial efficiency and long-term sustainability.
💧 Designed to perform. Built to last.

04/09/2025

❄️Springtime in Tasmania… apparently!❄️

Our Pure Aquatics dream team — Lindsay, Nathan, and Dan — are on-site at SALTAS, braving what we’re told is “spring” weather.

Spoiler alert: it’s snowing. In spring. Yes, really.

While the rest of the world is planting flowers, we're out here defrosting team members between tasks. Productivity: 10/10. Feeling in our fingers: 0/10.

Shoutout to the crew for toughing it out with frozen smiles and slightly questionable fashion choices.