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ABARES undertakes a range of multi-disciplinary research projects that assist the department and external clients to achieve strategic objectives as they relate to biosecurity issues in invasive species, social sciences and quantitative sciences.This includesimproving techniques for mapping and…
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If you want to bring your cat or dog to Australia, you may need to apply for an import permit. Cats and dogs from some countries or territories do not need a permit.Read the right step-by-step guide for importing your cat or dog.Before you startYou will need to allow at least 6 months to complete…
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We are conducting a pest risk analysis for khapra beetle (Trogoderma granarium).Recent updatesWe will be undertaking the pest risk analysis for khapra beetle in 2 parts. Part 1 will focus on the plant product pathway, and Part 2 on the sea container pathway. Learn more about this update below.Pest…
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The Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry administers AusTreat, our pre-border biosecurity treatment provider scheme. AusTreat sets the conditions for the regulation of pre-border biosecurity treatment providers.AusTreat increases the department’s coverage and…
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Dr Michele Allan AO was appointed on 22 May 2024 as independent reviewer of the Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity (IGAB).
Is the Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity effective and fit for the future? Final reportThis report fulfils the requirement…
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19 August 2025 Who does this notice affect?Stakeholders in the import and shipping industries—including vessel masters, freight forwarders, offshore treatment providers, Biosecurity Industry Participants, importers, customs brokers, principal agents and master consolidators.What has changed?…
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The Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity (IGAB) is an agreement between all Australian governments.The agreement:sets out commitments for the Australian Government, and state and territory governmentsoutlines the agreed national goals and objectivesclarifies roles, responsibilities and…
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