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18 October 2022
Who does this notice affect?
All vessel owners, operators, masters, and shipping agents who represent international commercial vessels, including cruise vessels for the purposes of Australian biosecurity clearance.
State and territory port operators and port authority entities…
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The Australian Government has announced new export screening requirements for air cargo. They will apply to all destinations from 1 March 2019.
All outbound international air cargo, regardless of its destination, must be examined under the Enhanced Air Cargo Examination (EACE) program before it…
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Influenza Viruses in Dogs
Canine influenza virus
The first outbreak of canine influenza virus (CIV) was detected in racing greyhounds in the United States of America (USA) in 2004. The virus was…
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News and alertsSee the latest updates from the Australian Government (australia.gov.au)We continue to actively monitor and assess the dynamic COVID-19 situation. This includes any potential implications for animals.How COVID-19 spreadsThe current spread of the COVID-19 virus is due to transmission…
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18 June 2020
Who does this notice affect?
This notice is of interest to importers of biological products and associated industry participants
What has changed?
The department has noticed some recurring issues in the importation of biological products. The following information will assist…
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10 June 2016Who does this notice affect?This notice is for airline and aircraft operators and agents of aircraft on non-scheduled flights arriving in Australian territory.What has changed?Commencing 16…
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Animal Health 2011-2015 (AIP-EID Phase I)Phase I of the Australia Indonesia Partnership for Emerging Infectious Diseases Animal Health 2011-2015 (AIP-EID) was successfully completed on 30 June 2015. The…
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What is antimicrobial resistance?
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the biggest threats to both human and animal health. AMR can affect anyone, of any age, and in any country. AMR occurs when germs that can cause infections become resistant to medicines, such as antibiotics, that are used…
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