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New Australian Government Drought Plan
Our new plan to support farmers preparing for, managing through and recovering from drought is now out.
Hip hippo hooray! Hippos to make a splash in Aussie zoos
We've completed a biosecurity review into the risks of importing live hippos and their genetics.
eID for sheep and goats to commence nationally from 1 January 2025
Resources and support are available for the national roll out.
The National Statement on Animal Welfare has been endorsed
Australian, state and territory governments have confirmed their commitment to further strengthen Australia’s animal welfare system.
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- Media release
- Agriculture
New and improved agricultural levies legislation will replace the existing framework next year, making the levy system more user friendly for participants and making it easier for them to understand…
- Newsletter
- Live animal exports
The government has announced a transition package of $139.7 million for the phase out of live sheep exports by sea.
- Newsletter
- Live animal exports
The Australian Government is providing a further $32.7 million to the transition assistance package for the phase out of live sheep exports by sea, bringing the overall package to $139.7 million.