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We are open and transparent in what we do.We release information:by Senate orderby agreement of department Secretariesunder direction of the Australian Public Service CommissionWe also publish information to comply with Australian law. See an overview of what we publish.Australian Public Service (…
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Our Agency plan sets out how we will make information available under the Information Publication Scheme (IPS). The IPS is established under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act).Purpose and objectivesOur IPS Agency plan outlines:the administration and structure of the Department’s…
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We recognise the important role First Nations people play in our workplace. We aim to attract, recruit and develop First Nations staff.Our priority is to ensure a safe workplace where we celebrate all cultures.Work for usFind out how to apply for a job.We encourage First Nations people with…
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We collect and record a broad range of data to inform our many functions. This information is stored as datasets and available to the Australian public.
We publish, link to and share data to:
help grow the economy
stimulate innovation
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We are committed to embedding gender equality into our culture. Gender equality means ensuring inclusion for all genders, including considering and valuing the different, aspirations, experiences and needs of all genders.
Our Gender Equality Action Plan details the steps we will take to ensure all…
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We distribute regular updates on topics across our portfolio. This includes agriculture and water, biosecurity, the environment, exports and imports, and trade and market…
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Australia takes a conservative and careful approach to biosecurity management to safeguard the health of Australian people, animals and plants. There are many exotic diseases and pests that could impact on Australia’s economy, environment and way of life. Recent ABARES research found the impact…
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By: Australian Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Mark Schipp
At a time of increased anxiety due to continuing infections and deaths from the Ebola virus in West Africa, Australians can be assured that our biosecurity system is managing the risk posed to Australia.
Australia’s biosecurity system is…
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The Commonwealth Ombudsman has now completed an investigation into the Department of Agriculture’s handling of an ongoing investigation into bovine serum imports.
The Ombudsman found that no further investigation into the complaint was warranted.
The Ombudsman further found that:
the…
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24 May 2019
The department’s decision to approve an import permit for bulk grain is based solely on whether the biosecurity risks can be managed. If the risks cannot be managed, imports will not be permitted.
The conditions imposed through the import permit ensure biosecurity risks are managed…
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