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The role and purpose of the Horticulture Exports Industry Consultative Committee (the committee) is to provide a forum for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry to consult with the industries involved in the export of horticulture products. Within the framework of government…
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14 November 2023
Who does this notice affect?
This notice affects biosecurity industry participants who hold approved arrangements under the Biosecurity Act 2015.
What has changed?
Approved arrangements enable businesses to carry out activities to manage biosecurity risks associated with their…
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19 December 2022DownloadNotice to Industry 2: Storage and inspection of imported livestock and equine reproductive material (PDF 168KB)Notice to Industry 2: Storage and inspection of imported livestock and equine reproductive material (Word 81KB)If you have difficulty accessing these files, visit…
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16 October 2020
Who does this notice affect?
All clients who submit documentation to the department for import assessment via the Cargo Online Lodgement System (COLS) or other departmental approved systems.
What has changed?
The department acknowledges that some clients are currently…
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5 July 2024Who does this notice affect?Approved Arrangement operators who lodge and manage requests for inspections (RFI) through the Biosecurity Portal ‘Sign in with your digital identity to access’ previously known as ‘MyGovID’ pathway.Who is not affected by this notice?Customs brokers, importers…
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17 September 2020
Who does this notice affect?
Australian importers and overseas manufacturers and exporters of processed plant-based stockfeed.
What has changed?
When you apply for a permit to import processed plant-based stockfeed to Australia, we must often undertake a physical inspection of…
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A routine delivery quickly became a biosecurity success story, after quick-thinking staff at a Sydney importer sprang into action after spotting ants inside a 40-foot container of vehicle radiators from overseas.The warehouse team immediately stopped the unpacking process, sprayed the ants with…
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The Indigenous Apprenticeships Program (IAP) is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Over 12 months, the program helps people learn new skills and grow a career that supports our communities. We support greater employment of Indigenous people from all backgrounds, including school…
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Some animals may be permitted to transit or tranship through an Australian international airport without being imported into Australia.Animals transiting/transhipping through an Australian international airport must be accompanied by a valid transit/transhipment permit.Animals transiting/…
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30 August 2024The Environment and Invasives Committee (EIC) met in person in Brisbane on Friday 30 August 2024.Members noted that this will be Dr Nigel Ainsworth’s last face-to-face meeting as EIC Chair. The Committee thanked Dr Ainsworth for his contribution in his time as Chair and welcomed…
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