What this notice covers
The Department of Home Affairs has issued a notice under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 declaring Horn Island Airport a security controlled airport and establishing its airside area. The notice carries the reference C2026G00556 and is dated 24 August 2026.
Previous notice revoked
This notice revokes and replaces the previous notice C2025G00649, which was registered on 4 December 2025. The source does not specify what changed between the two notices.
Key actions
- View the full notice text at https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026G00556 to check what the airside area declaration means for operations at Horn Island Airport.
- Check current security obligations under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 to confirm they align with the updated declaration if operating at Horn Island Airport.
- Contact the Department of Home Affairs for clarification on any changes from the previous notice C2025G00649 if your business was operating under that earlier declaration.
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