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Previous proposal: Onshore Biosecurity Levy (2018-19)

The government of the day proposed an Onshore Biosecurity Levy as part of the 2018-19 Federal Budget. This proposal did not proceed. This page provides information on its background and work completed regarding the proposal. Background A Biosecurity Imports Levy was a recommendation of the 2017…
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119-2019 - Register as a Master Consolidator importing LCL/FAK containers during the 2019-20 Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) risk season

26 July 2019Who does this notice affect? Stakeholders in the import and shipping industries—including master consolidators, freight forwarders, importers, customs brokers, Biosecurity Industry…
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163-2023: National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) Commencement

31 July 2023 Who does this notice affect? This notice is applicable to any individual or entity that performs work for, or on behalf of, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. This includes contractors, consultants, third-party providers, Biosecurity Industry Participants and…
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33-2016 - Update information on approved laboratories to test for viruses in imported raw frozen prawns

​19 May 2016Who does this notice affect?This notice is to inform the prawn import industry regarding approved laboratories available to test for viruses in imported raw frozen prawns. What has changed?…
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Meat export licence

Individuals, partnerships and companies exporting edible meat, offal (including casings) or meat products of cattle, sheep or goats must be licensed under the Export Control Act 2020.A licence to export meat issued by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry grants an exporter…
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125-2019 - Reminder: Import permits required to import cut flowers and foliage from Kenya, Colombia and Ecuador from 1 September 2019

5 August 2019Who does this notice affect? Importers, approved arrangements, freight forwarders and brokers that deal with imported cut flowers and foliage and other perishable agricultural products.What…
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Australian Chief Veterinary Officer coordinates national vet workforce data roundtable

Australia’s veterinary sector faces major challenges, including a significant workforce shortage.From the rural towns without a veterinary clinic, to new graduates without adequate support, and business owners at risk of burnout without a break – the issues within the profession are diverse and…
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202-2025: Changes to biosecurity and imported foods regulatory charges

27 June 2025Who does this notice affect?Stakeholders including importers, customs brokers, freight forwarders and biosecurity industry participants (approved arrangement and compliance agreement holders) vessel masters and shipping agents.What has changed?In 2025, the department will apply…
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2017-01 - Kuwait & Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Delay in Application of Gulf Cooperation Council Imported Food Guide Certification

Date of Issue: 9 January 2017Date of Effect: ImmediateAttention:Industry - SeafoodDepartment of Agriculture and Water Resources - Central and regional officesAffected Markets:…
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