Australia’s Oyster Coast (AOC) has commenced 2026 with positive momentum, announcing the acquisition of a Sydney Rock Oyster farm at Pambula on the NSW Far South Coast.
The purchase widens the company’s footprint, strengthens Rock Oyster supply capability and reinforces AOC’s position as Australia’s largest Sydney Rock Oyster producer.
“Pambula is a tightly held, highly productive estuary and a natural extension of our Far South Coast operations,” said chief executive, Devin Watson.
“This acquisition strengthens our finishing water, adds resilience to our supply base and supports the steady, disciplined growth we’re building across the business.”
The newly acquired Pambula operation comprises five hectares of oyster leases, two waterfront sheds, a fully serviced land base and associated farming equipment.
Located within Pambula Lake, the farm benefits from an estuary widely regarded for producing premium Sydney Rock Oysters, making it a strategic addition to AOC’s growing portfolio of NSW oyster assets.
The transaction reflects the continued backing of Roc Partners, whose long-term investment supports Australia’s Oyster Coast’s ambition to build a resilient oyster business spanning sustainable farming, processing, branding and market access.
“Our focus remains on lifting standards across farming, processing and supply, and on building a solid, sustainable operation that delivers quality oysters, strengthens provenance, and supports our people and farmers over the long term,” said Watson.
He also acknowledged vendor Peter Ferguson, who has farmed in Pambula for 15 years and is relocating interstate. Mr Watson said Mr Ferguson’s care for the farm and the Pambula estuary is evident, and that Australia’s Oyster Coast is proud to build on that foundation.
The Pambula acquisition follows a period of measured for AOC and forms part of a broader strategy with further announcements expected later in 2026.
