Remembering Richard Tilzey
The Australian Society for Fish Biology was saddened to learn that Richard Tilzey, a founding member of our society, died on 18 April 2022. We were fortunate to interview him about his life and career in 2017, during the ASFB conference in Albany.
ASFB 50th: “Wearing waders and sinking like a stone…”
What ASFB conference memorabilia is lurking in your wardrobes?
ASFB 50th: “Three trophic level observations in one moment.”
Two conference memories from 2016, and a life-or-death standoff between a water spider, whitebait and kokopu.
ASFB 50th: “The informal camaraderie and long-lasting connections.”
More than 30 years later, one ASFB member still laughs about the time our President broke a wine glass while trying to formally open the conference.
ASFB 50th: “There were a few conferences with babies in tow.”
Gretta Pecl and Jonah Yick reflect on their favourite fishy moments, including those yet to come.
ASFB 50th: “I was warmly welcomed, enjoyed the camaraderie, and had lots of laughs.”
ASFB members reminisce about the society’s annual conferences.
ASFB 50th: “I loved how friendly and encouraging everyone was.”
ASFB members share their memorable successes, at our annual conferences and even on television!
ASFB 50th: “Not too small, and not too large.”
ASFB members share their snaps from Melbourne 2018, discuss their favourite fish, and explain why our annual conferences pass the Goldilocks test.
ASFB 50th: “The fire pit in Albury was pretty amazing”
ASFB members share their favourite memories of fishy video contests, Tasmanian fieldwork, and lively nights out in Wellington.
ASFB 50th: “I felt like part of the ASFB family”
ASFB members share their favourite memories across the society’s 50-year history.
Help us celebrate our 50th anniversary
On our 50th anniversary, we invite ASFB members, past and present, to help fill the gaps in our history by sharing their favourite memories.