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This year commemorates 30 years since Hendra virus was identified in horses in Australia. To date, the virus has only been reported in horses in Queensland and New South Wales and never outside of Australia. In recognition of this, let’s shine the spotlight on Hendra virus.Hendra virus is a…
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The value of agriculture in 2025-26 is expected to be the third highest on record at $91 billion.Including fisheries and forestry, ABARES expects the sector to reach $98 billion, according to Executive Director Dr Jared Greenville.“While this is slightly down on an exceptional 2024-25, particularly…
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There has been a recent rise in detections of the exotic Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) by the department and state and territory governments, with over 26 active responses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. The roll-out of a new surveillance program targeting non-approved…
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Key features of the renewal processThere’s a section on the renewal form to update personal details, residency status and disclosure of conflict of interests.If the applicant is renewing their appointment after a five year term, they must complete the renewal application form, undertake the…
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Import ProceduresHow do I know if I need an import permit?Check the Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON). This database lists the Biosecurity conditions under which various commodities may be imported into Australia. If an import permit is required, or if any other specific conditions…
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2.1 Introduction2.2 Objectives2.3 Environment and Heritage assessment report2.4 Commonwealth responsibilities2.4.1 Obligations and assessments2.4.2 Impact assessment2.4.3 National Forest Policy Statement strategy to protect old-growth and wilderness values2.5 Managing environmental and heritage…
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(previously known as coastal strip or coastal status)Pre-arrival reporting for arrival in Australian territoryAll international vessels intending to arrive in Australia are required to submit pre-arrival reporting to the department prior to arrival for each voyage in Australian territory.…
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The department has created this set of guidelines to assist those wishing to prepare fish products in Australia for export, as well as those wishing to export the final products.
This guideline sets out mandatory minimum testing requirements for export establishments that prepare fish products.…
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8 April 2021
Who 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 clearance.
What has changed?
The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (the…
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15 February 2017The National Biosecurity Committee (NBC) met on 15 February 2017 in Melbourne, Victoria and welcomed New Zealand to its first meeting as a full member of the Committee. The Committee…
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