Port of Sydney biosecurity first point of entry rules: one-day amendment now repealed

Overview

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry made an amendment to the rules governing the Port of Sydney as a biosecurity first point of entry under the Biosecurity Act 2015. The determination is titled the Biosecurity (First Point of Entry - Port of Sydney) Amendment (2026 Measures No. 2) Determination 2026.

Registration and repeal dates

The determination was registered on 31 August 2026 and was repealed on 1 September 2026. It was in force for one day only. The source does not specify what changes the amendment made during that period.

Current status

This determination is repealed and no longer has any legal effect. The source does not identify any ongoing obligations arising from it.

Where to find current rules

Current biosecurity first point of entry requirements for the Port of Sydney are available on the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry website at agriculture.gov.au.

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