What has changed
The federal government has made the Biosecurity (First Point of Entry - Port of Melbourne) Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Determination 2026. The determination updates rules about which ports count as a first point of entry for biosecurity purposes, with specific provisions for the Port of Melbourne.
The determination was made on 25 August 2026. It is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry under the Biosecurity Act 2015.
What the source document does not detail
The source page on the Federal Register of Legislation does not provide specifics about what changed from the previous rules. The full text of the determination is available at legislation.gov.au/F2026L01118.
Key actions
- Read the full determination at legislation.gov.au/F2026L01118 to check whether the amended first point of entry rules affect biosecurity compliance requirements for goods imported through the Port of Melbourne.
- Contact the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry for clarification on how the updated Port of Melbourne biosecurity entry rules apply to specific imports - contact details are available at agriculture.gov.au.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.