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This indicator reports on the scientific understanding of Australian forest ecosystem characteristics and functions needed to underpin sustainable forest management. Research, inventory and the development of assessment methodologies provide the basis for sustainable forest management.This is the…
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Australia is a party to international treaties that govern the trade of goods. As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Australia is obliged to ensure that sanitary (relating to human and animal health) and phytosanitary (relating to plant health) measures are based on science and applied…
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AHC provides strategic scientific and policy advice to Australian governments on animal biosecurity through National Biosecurity Committee (NBC), senior officials and ministers, and prioritises and coordinates national animal biosecurity activities by:Coordinating the implementation of national…
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Australia’s illegal logging law reformsAs of 3 March 2025, Australia’s illegal logging laws have changed. Importantly, this includes changes to due diligence requirements for importers and processors of regulated timber and timber products.The Illegal Logging Prohibition Act 2012 has been updated…
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For Maree and Ian Masterson, running a successful beef operation requires careful planning, particularly when it comes to managing dry conditions.To refine their business strategies, the Mastersons have been making significant changes to their breeder and grazing land management approaches. They…
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We aim to embed First Nations voices in all areas of our work.We plan to achieve this through policy frameworks, engaging with First Nations experts, communities, and agri-businesses, and the delivery and funding of programs and projects.Our First Nations CommitmentOur First Nations Commitment…
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18 May 2016Who does this notice affect?This notice is for those who are interested in the progress of the new biosecurity legislation.What has changed?The Australian Government, through the Department of…
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26 March 2020
Who does this notice affect?
All industry stakeholders involved in imports.
What has changed?
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the department has enacted Business Continuity Plans (BCP), which include all biosecurity operations. Incident Management Teams are now meeting daily to discuss…
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23 June 2017Who does this notice affect?The change affects passengers and crew travelling to Australia, senders and receivers of international mail and other persons who fail to comply with their…
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21 December 2018Who does this notice affect?This notice is of interest to importers, associated industry participants and retailers of pet food related goods, specifically rawhide chews for dogs derived…
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