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To manage biosecurity risks, strict conditions apply to importing dogs (and other pets) into Australia.
These rules are based on science and are design to keep everyone safe—you, your dog, and the Australian people, animals and environment.
If you’re planning to bring your dog to…
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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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Plate itYou can help prevent the introduction of exotic pests and diseases into Australia by making sure you do not plant food products that are intended for eating. When buying fresh, dried or preserved foods (including spices and seeds) from your local supermarket, general store or fruit and…
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Australia has concluded negotiations on the proposed new Australia – European Union Wine Agreement (Wine Agreement). The outcomes negotiated under the Wine Agreement complement the elimination of tariffs achieved under the Australia – EU Free Trade Agreement (A-EU FTA).Negotiation outcomesThe…
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Registered Treatment Providers located outside of AustraliaTreatment providers listed on the ‘List of Treatment Providers’ are registered under one of the department’s pre-border biosecurity treatment assurance schemes. These treatment providers have met minimum registration and compliance…
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This is Supporting information for Indicator 6.5d, published July 2024.Data sourcesForest and wood products industries are defined here using the Australian and New Zealand Standard Industrial Classification (ANZSIC) 2021 categories for forestry industries and wood products industries: 030 Forestry…
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When entering an Australian port, international vessels must comply with the:Biosecurity Act 2015First Point of Entry Biosecurity Determinations.Vessels must arrive at a first point of entry (FPOE) unless we grant prior approval to arrive at a non-first point of entry. Find out about:Vessels…
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Updated May 2025Implementing individual electronic identification (eID) for sheep and goats is a national effort. Information provided through the national Sheep and Goat Traceability Task Force is shared to help coordinate the national effort.Australian Capital TerritoryImplementation dates1…
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This section presents results for each of the indicators tested in this case study. The key uses and limitations of each indicator are explained, and conclusions are drawn as to its usefulness of the…
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The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry manages the registration and ongoing compliance of dairy exporters and export establishments with:Export Control Act 2020 and associated legislationapplicable importing country requirements.We certify dairy products for export to assure our…
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