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Last July, our Innovation Pilots and Marine and Aquatic Biosecurity teams began a ballast water pilot. They compared two ballast water sampling kits, the Satake Ballast Catch and Ballast Eye and the SGSBWMS2.
The goal of the pilot was to assess if existing sampling kits can save money and enable…
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ABARES recently published two reports that provide new data and insights into the impact of invasive species on our agricultural communities. Both reports reveal the enormity of the task to manage established pest and weeds, reinforcing the message that prevention is certainly better than the cure…
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The Northern Australia Indigenous Biosecurity Ranger Forum was a dynamic three-day program filled with practical sessions, workshops, and panel discussions. It provided the perfect opportunity for staff in the Chief Environmental Biosecurity Office to engage in thought-provoking discussions,…
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains one of the biggest threats to both human and animal health. Addressing AMR is a global endeavour that requires coordinated action to minimise impacts on people, animals and our shared environment. Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi,…
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The Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer (OCVO) has a long history of working with Australia’s near neighbours to deliver priority animal health outcomes. Through regional programs in the Pacific, Papua New Guinea, and Soloman Islands, OCVO delivers targeted capacity building initiatives to…
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The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is the global authority on animal health and welfare and works to improve these matters internationally. Collaboration is a key pillar of WOAH’s Strategic Plan. The organisation maintains a substantial network of partners in addition to its 183…
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After 30 years with the department and 12 years as Australia’s Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp retired on 1 December 2023.
After graduating from Murdoch University with Biology and Veterinary Science degrees, Dr Schipp started work in Western Australia as a field veterinary officer. He…
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11 December 2023
We have released the final report on the review of the risk of lumpy skin disease via fresh (chilled and frozen) skeletal muscle meat derived from bovines. All comments on the draft report for this policy review have been considered in the finalisation process. The final report…
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If you’re travelling overseas this holiday season you may see our social media or advertisements raising awareness about protecting Australia from biosecurity threats.
The holiday season is the busiest time of year at Australia’s airports, so we have enhanced awareness activities aimed at…
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11 December 2023
We invite you to comment on the draft review by 4pm on Wednesday, 28 February 2024.
The draft report is available for review and comment on our Have Your Say website.
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Draft review of Canada as an applicant country for the import of fresh beef and beef products…
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