What this declaration covers
The Department of Home Affairs issued a declaration on 20 August 2026 that formally designates six South Australian ports as security regulated ports under the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003.
The six declared ports
- Port Adelaide
- Port Lincoln
- Port Pirie
- Port Giles
- Wallaroo
- Thevenard
Previous declaration replaced
This declaration replaces an earlier declaration with reference number C2026G00253, which was registered on 22 April 2026. The source document does not specify what changed between the two declarations.
What is not stated in the source
The source document does not specify what obligations apply to port operators or users under this designation, and no compliance deadlines are stated.
Where to find the full declaration
The full declaration is available at legislation.gov.au/C2026G00555. The Department of Home Affairs can be contacted for clarification on how this updated declaration differs from the revoked April 2026 notice (C2026G00253).
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