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8 March 2022
The Environment and Invasives Committee (EIC) met virtually on 8 March 2022, led by Acting Chair
Mr Scott Charlton. The original two-day meeting was compressed into one to meet member commitments. Discussions were open and productive with a range of positive outcomes which…
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The Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper, released in 2015, included a large number of initiatives and commitments by the Australian Government to strengthen Australia’s agriculture sector that were delivered over 4 years.
The White Paper was a $4 billion investment in Australian farmers and…
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List current as of 24 July 2025The following companies are approved manufacturers of official marks and marking devices under the Export Control Rules 2021 (the Rules).Approved manufacturers are required to comply with a Code of Practice. Official marks, including software, may only be ordered by…
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Dr Michele Allan AO was appointed on 22 May 2024 as independent reviewer of the Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity (IGAB).
Is the Intergovernmental Agreement on Biosecurity effective and fit for the future? Final reportThis report fulfils the requirement…
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OverviewThis project redeveloped the CSIRO Sample Tracking and Reporting System (STARS) network. This aimed to enhance biosecurity and laboratory management system interoperability at both national and jurisdictional levels.The enhanced STARS network led to an improved national coordination of…
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Dr Allison CrookDr Allison Crook has dedicated almost 30 years to animal health and biosecurity, driving positive outcomes for industry, the environment, communities and government. Widely recognised for her analytical and strategic thinking, Dr Crook is highly respected by government and industry…
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The capacity to measure and report change in land use over time is critical to evaluating and monitoring trends in agricultural productivity and natural resource condition. Change information is also needed to identify priorities for public investment in natural resource management and to assess…
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In March, Animal Health Committee (AHC) held its first face-to-face meeting for 2025 in Sydney (AHC47).AHC delivers strategic policy, technical and regulatory advice, and national leadership on animal health and biosecurity matters. It is responsible for delivering on national priority reform areas…
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Australia has a well-established institutional framework to support the conservation and sustainable management of forests. Forest policy in Australia is developed and implemented at the national, state and territory levels. State and territory governments have primary responsibility for forest…
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Weekly Australian Climate,Water and Agricultural UpdateKey issuesIn the week ending 7 May 2025 low-pressure systems and troughs brought rainfall to parts of the north, south and east of the country.Rainfall totals were low in many cropping regions, with northern Queensland receiving 5- 15…
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