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Imported plants and their products can introduce exotic and unwanted weeds, pests and diseases into Australia. These can threaten our natural environment, our food security and economy.
We protect Australia’s biosecurity status through education and targeted regulation.
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Aquaculture is an increasingly important part of Australia’s seafood production. In 2024-25, the real gross value of Australia’s aquaculture production was estimated to have reached $2.31 billion. This accounts for up to 58% of the total gross value of Australia’s fisheries and aquaculture sector,…
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The Panel advised that the themes and sub-themes relevant to the forested areas of Australia are:
Theme: Origin and development of biota and landforms as a result of Gondwanan plate tectonics and more…
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Travelling between New Zealand and Australia has gone digital on some flights thanks to a new digital travel declaration pilot process launched on 21 October.Eligible passengers can now submit their Australia Travel Declaration (ATD) up to 72 hours before travelling. Providing their declarations…
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Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry production is expected to hit a record combined value of $101.6 billion in 2025-2026, according to the latest ABARES forecasts released today.Executive Director of ABARES, Dr Jared Greenville, said the new record value was mostly down to livestock.“We…
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Author: LY CaoOverviewThis paper introduces a new approach of modelling the impacts of non-tariff measures (NTMs) in a computable general equilibrium (CGE) model. The operation and influence of NTMs on trade flows can be complex, making the direct impact on trade and welfare unclear.In our proposed…
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Authors: Heleen Kruger, Jen Ticehurst and Alex van der Meer Simo
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This research report presents the lessons learned from nine case studies of general surveillance programs in Australia and New Zealand across biosecurity sectors, covering animal, marine, plants and weeds, as well as one…
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Be part of a team with a unique and globally significant mission. We are seeking future leaders to join our entry programs.Our entry programs are your pathway to grow your skills and kick-start your career in the Australian Public Service (APS).Our programsFind out more about our programs.…
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The Biosecurity Act 2015 (the Biosecurity Act) explains how we manage biosecurity threats to plant, animal and human health in Australia and its external territories.
We manage biosecurity to ensure a very low level of risk. This draws a balance between protecting Australia from pests and…
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Asian honey bees (Apis cerana) were detected in 2007 in the Cairns area of Queensland. Eradication was attempted but the bees became established and have since been found in Cairns, at Mareeba and Lake Eacham, and as far south as Innisfail. Most Asian honey bee detections have been in the city…
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