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We supported the development of a new national established weed framework.The NEWP will guide future collaboration to manage established weeds in Australia.NEWP aims to add new weeds to the Weeds of National Significance list.It will also focus on weed issues beyond a specific species.In June 2023…
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Only approved zoos, aquariums or wildlife parks can import exotic or unusual animals for zoological, breeding or conservation purposes.Importing zoo animals - step-by-step guideThis step-by-step guide will help you understand the requirements for importing zoo animals.Please read the information…
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13 July 2020
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This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of farms and packhouses to export Hass avocado to Japan for the 2020 season.
Summary of changes and key points
Applications are now open for farms and packhouses…
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Exporters must meet our minimum animal health and welfare conditions to export livestock. These are outlined in the Australian Standards for the Export of Livestock (ASEL). ASEL applies to cattle, sheep, goats, buffalo, deer, and camelids (including alpaca).We enforce ASEL under our regulatory…
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Cattle exported to China in January 2024July 2025DownloadReport 243: Independent Observer summary report on MV Ocean Swagman in January 2024 (PDF 365 KB)If you have difficulty accessing these files, visit web accessibility for assistance.Voyage summaryLivestock: 7,244 cattleVessel: MV Ocean…
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We understand the transition away from live sheep export trade may be distressing for some people. There are many existing online, phone and face-to-face resources available.Key support numbers:Rural West - 1800 612 004Farmer Assistance Hotline - 13 23 16Lifeline - 13 11 14Current options for more…
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Some animals may be permitted to transit or tranship through an Australian international airport without being imported into Australia.Animals transiting/transhipping through an Australian international airport must be accompanied by a valid transit/transhipment permit.Animals transiting/…
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The National Biosecurity Committee (NBC) met in Brisbane on 20 June 2025. The meeting was chaired by Justine Saunders (Deputy Secretary, Biosecurity, Operations and Compliance Group, Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department)).Key discussions and outcomesNBC…
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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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28 May 2021
Purpose
This Industry Advice Notice (IAN) is to advise industry that applications are now open for the accreditation of farms and packhouses to export Hass avocados to Japan for the 2021 season.
Summary of changes and key points
Applications are now open for farms and packhouses…
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