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All vessels pose some risk to Australia’s marine biosecurity.Biofouling occurs when organisms attach and grow on the submerged parts of a vessel such as the hull, propellers and rudder.Vessel biofouling can introduce exotic marine species into Australian waters. Once here, they can spread and…
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27 February 2026Who does this notice affect?All vessels preparing for arrival into Australian territory must comply with Australia’s mandatory biosecurity requirements.All non-commercial vessel (recreational vessels, yachts and motor cruisers) owners or, vessel operators.All shipping agents who…
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The Australian Fumigation Accreditation Scheme (AFAS) is a bilateral arrangement between the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department) and participating overseas government agencies. AFAS manages the high biosecurity risk posed by ineffective methyl bromide (MB)…
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Australia’s detector dog handlers work across airports, seaports and mail centres to help prevent harmful pests and diseases from entering the country. Their partnership with highly trained detector dogs is an important part of our biosecurity system. People are drawn to the Detector Dog…
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Detector dog videoIn 2026, we continue celebrating the remarkable dogs and the dedicated people who protect Australia’s biosecurity. This month’s video highlights the work of our biosecurity detector dog handlers, who screen travellers, cargo, and mail across the country with their highly…
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Welcome to an easier way to do businessAbout the Biosecurity PortalThe department is improving the way we deliver our services to our industry clients. We have worked with industry to co-design our new digital service model and enable streamlined and simplified interactions with us online through…
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Exotic pests and diseases could harm Australian agriculture and the environment. States and territories usually lead activities to respond to outbreaks of exotic pests and diseases. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry coordinates Australian Government response activities with…
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A summary of the latest enhancements and software bug fixes are provided in the following document.It will be updated each time new functionality and bug fixes are released in the Portal.DownloadsBiosecurity Portal release notes – March 2026 (DOCX 553 KB)Biosecurity Portal release notes – November…
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