The department understands that the Middle East Regional Conflict is impacting the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors across Australia.
The Australian Government is working together to address these issues.
Fuel and fertiliser
The department is aware of pressures on fuel and fertiliser supply and is engaging directly with sector representatives through government forums and roundtable discussions to listen to industry concerns and keep them informed.
We are working to understand on ground impacts, address supply and demand pressure points, and other issues as they emerge.
The Prime Minister has established a fuel supply taskforce that will coordinate fuel security and strengthen supply chain resilience in partnership with the states and territories.
For more information visit Appointment of Fuel Supply Taskforce Coordinator.
Information on Australia’s fuel security can also be found on the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) website - Australia's fuel security or Minimum stockholding obligation (MSO) for liquid fuels: statistics.
Importation of cats and dogs
The department recognise the significant stress for people trying to secure the safety of themselves and their pets in this uncertain environment in the Middle East.
- If you and your pets are currently impacted by the Middle East conflict, please contact the department for advice on your specific situation, by phone on 1800 900 090 or +61 3 8318 6700 or via email at imports@aff.gov.au
- Australia’s import requirements for cats and dogs from Middle Eastern countries have not changed.
- Cats and dogs arriving in Australia must arrive with a valid biosecurity import permit and meet all import requirements.
- Visit Importing cats and dogs into Australia from the Middle East for more information.
Support and resources
- The Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS) is an Australian Government program that provides free and independent financial counselling to eligible farmers, fishers, foresters and small related businesses experiencing, or at risk of, financial hardship.
- For more information contact the RFCS Network national information line on 1300 771 741.
- There are a range of social support and wellbeing services available.
- Find out if you’re eligible for Australian Government rural support programs.