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Timber and bamboo packaging

​​​​​Timber and bamboo packaging used to support, protect or carry imported goods must meet the import conditions outlined in BICON.Import conditions vary depending on the type of packaging. The following BICON cases apply:For packaging imported as a commodity, use the ‘Timber and bamboo packaging…
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Returning to Australia

Some goods you buy overseas can carry a host of exotic pests and diseases. These can harm our environment and industries. Avoid buying gifts and souvenirs that pose a risk to Australia. Also, be aware that some items you brought with you on your trip can get contaminated. Make sure it’s allowed…
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Final pest risk analysis report for fresh island cabbage leaves from the pacific (Cook Islands, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu)

​20 June 2013 This Biosecurity Advice notifies stakeholders of the release of the Final pest risk analysis report for the importation of fresh island cabbage leaves from the Pacific (Cook Islands,…
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A review of Australia's preparedness for the threat of foot-and-mouth disease

Australia's biosecurity system is recognised worldwide as strong, bringing benefits to our economy, our unique environment and our way of life. Australia remains free of many significant pests and diseases enabling globally competitive and sustainable industries. The department works in…
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2017-02 - All countries: White Spot disease declaration for prawns

Date of Issue: 20 February 2017Date of Effect: 22 February 2017Attention:Industry - SeafoodDepartment of Agriculture and Water Resources - Central and regional officesAffected…
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Report of the Eminent Scientists Group on the Import Risk of Apples from New Zealand to the Director of Animal and Plant Quarantine

​Dr John C Radcliffe AM Emeritus Professor Malcolm Nairn AM Dr Mark Lonsdale Dr T J Higgins October 2006IntroductionThe then Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestr,…
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The Maritime and Aircraft Reporting System (MARS) and the Vessel Compliance Scheme (VCS)

Paperless. Efficient. Transparent. What is MARS? MARS is an online web portal to be used by commercial vessel masters and shipping agents to submit pre-arrival documents required of all international, commercial, vessels preparing for arrival in Australian territory. MARS has functionality to…
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Government actions on prevention and preparedness

If your livestock are showing signs of foot-and-mouth disease, immediately call theEmergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888(free call within Australia)Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious animal disease that affects cloven hoofed animals, including cattle, buffalo, sheep,…
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Report on Apiary in Upper North East NSW

​​Publication details Executive Summary 2. Apiary in the Upper North East RFA Region 3.1 A profile of Apiculture in the Upper North East Region…
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Report on Apiary in Lower North East NSW

​​Publication details Executive Summary 4. Apiary in the lower North East RFA Region 4.1 A profile of Apiculture in the lower North East Region…
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