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To support implementation of the Biosecurity Act 2015 we have released an interactive learning tool to help clients and stakeholders gain a deeper understanding of the legislation and the changes for individuals and businesses.
The Introduction to the Biosecurity Act Interactive Learning tool…
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Northern Australia’s vast, sparsely populated 10,000 kilometre coastline is the frontline for many high-risk animal and plant pests and diseases—particularly Torres Strait, whose northern islands are only a few kilometres from Papua New Guinea (PNG).
Biosecurity risks can reach Australia…
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7 February 2024Who does this notice affect?Clients in the import and shipping industries—including freight forwarders, importers and customs brokers—associated with importing goods that require BMSB treatment during the BMSB risk season (goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries,…
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21 December 2023
Who does this notice affect?
All vessel owners, operators, masters and shipping agents who represent international commercial vessels including cruise vessels in, or arriving in, Australian territory.
What has changed?
Minor changes have been made to the existing framework for…
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14 March 2024Who does this notice affect?Clients in the import and shipping industries—including freight forwarders, importers and customs brokers—associated with importing goods that require BMSB treatment during the BMSB risk season (goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries,…
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8 March 2024Who does this notice affect?Clients in the import and shipping industries—including freight forwarders, importers and customs brokers—associated with importing goods that require BMSB treatment during the BMSB risk season (goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries,…
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Options for the Development of National Standards and Guidelines for Animal WelfareAWTG 24-01 noted an update from the secretariat that stakeholder engagement materials are being finalised, and meetings with targeted stakeholders to discuss the draft standards development framework will commence…
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3 June 2024Who does this notice affect?All first point of entry airport corporations, airlines, port operators, vessel agents and crew associated with international aircraft and vessels arriving from Indonesia.What has changed?A revised risk assessment has determined that the foot and mouth disease…
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10 April 2024Who does this notice affect?Clients in the import and shipping industries—including freight forwarders, importers and customs brokers—associated with importing goods that require BMSB treatment during the BMSB risk season (goods manufactured in or shipped from target risk countries,…
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The National Fire Ant Eradication Program’s National Management Group (NMG) held its second meeting this month.NMG members were provided with an extensive overview of the work being done to deliver on the National Fire Ant Eradication Program (NFAEP) Work Plan 2023–24. It discussed the eradication…
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