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John ParkIn a career spanning almost 60 years, John Park has played a significant role in reforms in the Australian international trade sector with a dedication to biosecurity integrity.John began his career in 1967 with Rudders Customs Agency (who would eventually become a division of TNT),…
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31 October 2024We have commenced a review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh mangosteen fruit for human consumption from Malaysia.We expect to release the draft report for public consultation in mid-2025.The commencement of this risk analysis is in response to a market access request for…
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10 December 2024We have commenced a review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh kiwifruit for human consumption from China. We expect to release the draft report for public consultation in late 2025.We are commencing this risk analysis in response to a market access request for fresh…
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Watch farm biosecurity videosThe 2007 equine influenza (horse flu) outbreak in Australia was a timely reminder of why biosecurity is both beneficial and necessary. Regardless of whether you own a large or small property, you are responsible for keeping your animals, plants/crops free from weeds,…
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Centre for Invasive Species SolutionsInvasive species are animals, plants, parasites or disease-causing organisms that establish outside their natural range and become pests. Invasive species are a key extinction threat to Australia’s native animals, with foxes and feral cats alone having…
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We have completed the risk analysis for dragon fruit from the Philippines. We will now verify that the Philippines can meet the import conditions.
Risk analysis
When we do a risk analysis we:
review the science on pests and diseases of concern
assess…
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The over-arching objective of APLC's environmental management program is to manage and minimise impacts on the environment resulting from locust monitoring and control operations, including the risks…
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Certain decisions under the Biosecurity Act 2015 (Biosecurity Act) are reviewable. There is a list of decisions that are reviewable at section 574 of the Biosecurity Act.If you are not satisfied with the outcome of a reviewable decision, you can apply for a review of the decision. In most cases,…
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Charley Xia
Heatwaves and high water prices to affect productionIntense heat and dry conditions in January reduced production of berries, broccoli, cauliflower, celery and leafy vegetables. Heatwaves also resulted in…
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Codex Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses (Host Government – Germany)The Codex Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses (CCNFSDU) studies nutritional issues…
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