Biosecurity Business Pledge Australia November Webinar - Importing Goods to Australia: Seasonal Biosecurity Risks and Practical Solutions

Join Brad Leonard, Manager, Border and Biosecurity at the International Forwarders & Customs Brokers Association of Australia (IFCBAA), for a practical look at how businesses can reduce the risk of biosecurity delays, additional costs and disruption when importing goods into Australia.

The session will explore common issues that can arise before goods reach the border, including container contamination, untreated timber packaging, treatment requirements, documentation and import conditions. Brad will discuss practical steps businesses can take with overseas suppliers before shipment, common mistakes that can lead to intervention or delays, and the importance of engaging customs brokers and freight forwarders early, particularly when importing unfamiliar products, changing suppliers or introducing new packaging materials.

The webinar will also feature Ben Rowntree, Director, Sea Cargo Policy & Strategic Engagement from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, who will discuss biosecurity risks including pests to watch for during the busy Christmas trading period. Ben will provide practical advice on recognising seasonal biosecurity risks and outline simple steps businesses can take to help prevent exotic pests entering Australia through imported goods and cargo.

To learn more about the Biosecurity Business Pledge Australia, please visit:

www.biosecurity.gov.au/pledge