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Importing goods for industrial or environmental purposes (excluding fertiliser)

Fertiliser is not covered on this page, learn more about importing fertiliser.Imported goods for industrial or environmental purposes poses a high biosecurity risk. It can provide a direct pathway for exotic pests and diseases that can harm humans, animals, crops and the environment.Goods have an…
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364-2025: Action Required: New pre-arrival reporting obligations for non-commercial vessels and aircraft (non-scheduled flights)

27 October 2025Who does this notice affect?All international non-scheduled flights arriving in Australian territory.All non-commercial vessel (recreational vessels, yachts and motor cruisers) owners or vessel operators arriving in Australian territory to visit or stay, including any returning…
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Entry Programs

Be part of a team with a unique and globally significant mission. We are seeking future leaders to join our entry programs.Our entry programs are your pathway to grow your skills and kick-start your career in the Australian Public Service (APS).Our programsFind out more about our programs.…
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Importing zoo animals

Only approved zoos, aquariums or wildlife parks can import exotic or unusual animals for zoological, breeding or conservation purposes.Importing zoo animals - step-by-step guideThis step-by-step guide will help you understand the requirements for importing zoo animals.Please read the information…
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Importing horses

Horses that meet Australia's strict import conditions can be imported into Australia from approved countries provided: they have a valid import permit from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department); andall required import conditions on the permit have been met.What…
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Transitioning commodities to NEXDOC

The department has designed a modern, streamlined, enhanced exports traceability system to support overseas market access for exports of agricultural products.This new system does not change our existing certification arrangements. It is designed to improve product traceability and to automate…
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Trade facilitation, barriers and NTMs

The road to reform: how a developed country can repurpose agricultural support28 October 2025Many developed countries provide high levels of agricultural support to pursue a large and growing list of objectives. Like many developed countries today, the Australian agricultural sector historically…
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MAA 2025-20: Egg and egg products: Avian influenza update #26: High pathogenicity avian influenza update for Hong Kong

Date of issue: 24 October 2025Date of effect: ImmediateRelated MAAs: MAA 2024-09, MAA 2024-08, MAA 2024-10, MAA 2024-12, MAA 2024-13, MAA 2024-15, MAA 2024-16, MAA 2024-18, MAA 2024-20, MAA 2024-22, MAA 2024-25, MAA 2024-26, MAA 2024-29, MAA 2024-30, MAA 2024-32, MAA 2024-35, MAA 2024-40, MAA 2024-…
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Forests, land and Australia’s Indigenous peoples

Australia’s Indigenous peoples and communities, which comprise all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, value forests for a range of cultural, social and economic reasons. Substantial areas of Australia’s land and forest estate also have recognised ownership, management,…
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AusTreat pre-border biosecurity treatment provider scheme

 The Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry administers AusTreat, our pre-border biosecurity treatment provider scheme. AusTreat sets the conditions for the regulation of pre-border biosecurity treatment providers.AusTreat increases the department’s coverage and…
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