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28 June 2016There are some differences in how biosecurity directions are now issued under the Biosecurity Act 2015 which came into effect on 16 June 2016.From an importer’s perspective, not a lot has…
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14 June 2016Under the
Biosecurity Act 2015, there will be some differences in how directions are given via the department’s electronic systems and the suite of manual paper based forms currently…
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14 December 2020
Who does this notice affect?
All importers of dried finfish, including imports of whole fish and gilled and gutted fish.
Purpose of this notice
Imports of all dried, non-frozen finfish must be inspected prior to release from biosecurity control. This includes whole and…
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In January 2019, the department commenced an investigation into allegations reported in the media that live export workers had been offered money to obtain and leak footage of animal cruelty on export vessels.The investigation also inquired into allegations that ‘whistleblowers’ had offered to cut…
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Date of Effect: 19 February 2013
Effective immediately, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) is unable to certify consignments of non-viable fish and fishery products…
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Easter is just around the corner and it’s important to remember the rules that keep Australia safe. One of them is about eggs!If you’re celebrating, remember only eggs of the chocolate variety are allowed to be brought into Australia.Live animal eggs are a high-risk commodity, and failing to…
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The indicators reported in this document provide a broad overview of the key social and economic characteristics of forestry and forestry workers, and of the communities that are dependent on forestry…
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Update: 29 MarchPrecautionary testing undertaken by the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness has returned negative results for Lumpy Skin Disease and Foot and Mouth Disease, confirming that there is no evidence of an exotic disease.Australia’s Animal Health Status remains unchanged.Update: 28…
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This page contains important information for developers of 3rd party software who wish to utilise NEXDOC digital services within their own software offerings.Software Development PackagesThis table provides details of the software development packages for the NEXDOC system. The referenced packages…
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Grains and Plant Products Industry Advice Notice no. G2009/01
12 January 2009
Protocol to manage failed mandatory fumigation of bulk grain
This Grain and Plant Products Industry Advice Notice (IAN…
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