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11 April 2019Who does this notice affect?This notice is of interest to all vessel masters and shipping agents who represent international commercial vessels for the purposes of Australian biosecurity…
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We may receive information on potential non-compliance with regulations. These come from many sources, including:self-reporting by regulated entitiesExporter Supply Chain Assurance System (ESCAS) independent audit reportsdepartment intelligencereports from third parties.The core elements of our…
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If you are a collection agent, you may request information from a levy or export charge payer to complete your returns or make records.Check the levy and export charge for your product to confirm the information you need.DefinitionsCollection agent is the person who collects and pays the…
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An annual payment option only applies to some products.You may be eligible to lodge and pay annually if you meet the dollar value or quantity threshold set for that product.Check if you are eligible and how to apply. How to applyYou must apply before the end of the first quarter or month in…
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The spotted wing drosophila Drosophila suzukii is a major exotic horticultural pest of thin-skinned fruit, including berries (blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, boysenberry, strawberry), stone fruit (cherry, nectarine, peach, apricot, plum, prune) and grapes. It also attacks apples, pears and other…
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15 July 2025Who does this notice affect?Biosecurity industry participants and accredited persons operating under Approved Arrangement Class 19 who seek on-demand details of entries referred to the department.What has changed?A new report on the usage and uptake of the Approved Arrangement Class 19…
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3 July 2025Who does this notice affect?Importers of dairy products (excluding cheese, chocolate and lactose) for human consumption.What has changed?Due to notification of outbreaks of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in Italy (23 June 2025) and France (30 June 2025) the department has removed Italy and…
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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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Large producers of Agaricus mushrooms may apply to use the alternative payment method.If your application is approved, you will be able to pay the levy in equal monthly instalments over the year based on the maximum amount of mushroom spawns you are required to pay levy on in a financial year -…
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21/02/2023
Who does this notice affect?
All vessel owners, operators, masters, and shipping agents who represent international commercial vessels including cruise vessels, preparing for arrival in Australian territory, or reporting a voyage change.
What has changed?
The Maritime and Aircraft…
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