What this determination covers
The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has made an amendment to the biosecurity rules that apply to the Port of Sydney as a first point of entry for goods and vessels into Australia. The determination is registered on the Federal Register of Legislation as F2026L01130 and is titled the Biosecurity (First Point of Entry-Port of Sydney) Amendment (2026 Measures No. 2) Determination 2026.
Commencement
The determination came into force on 31 August 2026.
Scope
The determination applies to the Port of Sydney in its role as a first point of entry into Australia. The source document does not specify what the amendment changes, what new requirements it introduces, or which operators beyond those using the Port of Sydney as an entry point are affected.
Key actions
- Read the full determination at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01130 to check whether biosecurity obligations at the Port of Sydney have changed.
- Check the explanatory statement available on the same page for a plain-language explanation of what the amendment changes.
- Contact the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry directly for clarification on how this determination affects specific operations at the Port of Sydney.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.