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Peaches and nectarines from Japan

We are conducting a risk analysis for peach and nectarine (Prunus persica) fruit for human consumption from Japan. Risk analysis:When we do a risk analysis, we:review the science on pests and diseases of concernassess and analyse biosecurity risksdevelop…
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Temporary imports and events

​​​​​​This information will assist importers when planning to temporarily import goods for an event.The Department of Home Affairs (Home Affairs) allows certain goods to be brought into Australia on a temporary basis for a period of up to 12 months without the payment of duty or taxes. These goods…
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Texas root rot

PLANT PEST Texas root rot causes patches of dead and dying plants, here in a cotton field.Chris Anderson, NSW DPI. Texas root rotExotic to AustraliaFeatures: Soil borne fungal disease that causes sudden wilt and deathin many plant species.Where it’s from: Southwest USA, Mexico, Venezuela, and…
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The National Priority List of Exotic Environmental Pests, Weeds and Diseases methodology and dataset

OverviewThe National Priority List of Exotic Environmental Pests, Weeds and Diseases (abbreviated to Exotic Environmental Pest List (EEPL)) is comprised of 168 species from eight thematic groups of pests, weeds or diseases. The primary purpose of the EEPL is to facilitate activities that help…
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Help protect against bird flu

If you notice sick or dead birds or other animals, you should not touch them. If there are multiple dead birds or other animals, take photos or a video.Record your location and report it to the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.Help protect our community, wildlife and farmers…
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Accredited suppliers list for termite detection services

[Expand all]Current suppliers using a detector dogCompanyContact PersonAddressPhoneEmailWebsiteElders Pest Control Pty LtdNola ElderPO Box 3146 Helensvale Q 42141800 686 617boats@elders.com.auwww.elders.com.auPlease note the list of department Accredited Suppliers will expand as additional…
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403-2025: Notice of changes to Brucella canis import conditions

5 December 2025Who does this notice affect?This notice affects all importers and pet transport agents who intend to import live companion or assistance dogs into Australia, and departmental officers who examine animals and assess their documentation for import into Australia. This notice also…
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408-2025: New plant commodities being added to the Compliance-Based Intervention Scheme (CBIS)

09 December 2025Who does this notice affect?Importers and brokers of CBIS eligible:Mushroom spawn and cultures for propagation (0602.90.00)Processed nuts (0801.21, 0801.22, 0801.31, 0801.32, 0802, 0811.90, 0812.90, 0813.50, 20.07.99 and 20.08.19)What has changed?The department is incorporating…
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Countries Approved for Animal Fluids and Tissues

Publication detailsDepartment of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, 2025AvianDownloadAvian List (PDF 173 KB)Avian List (DOCX 79 KB)If you have difficulty accessing these files, contact us for help.BovineDownloadBovine List (PDF 190 KB)Bovine List (DOCX 149 KB)If you have difficulty accessing…
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Step-by-step guides to bring your cat or dog to Australia

Australia is free from many animal diseases. We help protect this status with strict conditions for cat and dog imports.Be aware of the many steps to import a cat or dog to Australia. You will need to meet all import conditions and prepare well ahead of your travel date.Our detailed step-by-step…
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