Import requirements for cats and dogs have changed
From 1 March there are new quarantine requirements for importing cats and dogs to Australia. Make sure you follow our biosecurity rules.
Phase out of live sheep exports by sea
Consultation has now commenced on the Australian Government's commitment to phase out of live sheep exports from Australia by sea.
Have your say on proposed EU wine geographical indications
The public objections process for proposed EU wine geographical indications is open for your feedback.
Register for the 2023 National Biosecurity Forum on 5 April
The forum will be live streamed. Join us online to hear about and discuss new programs and innovative approaches to managing biosecurity.
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News and Media
- Newsletter
- Biosecurity
23 March 2023
The Australian Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp is an external adviser to the Global Leaders Group on Antimicrobial Resistance.
- Newsletter
- Biosecurity
23 March 2023
The Chief Veterinary Office participated in the 12th Regional Steering Committee Meeting of the Global Framework for the Progressive Control of Transboundary Animal Diseases in Tokyo from 7-8…
- Newsletter
- Biosecurity
23 March 2023
The Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (OCVO) is contributing to Australia’s negotiating position on the development of a global treaty on pandemic prevention, preparedness and response.