Animal Health Australia

28/05/2026

📢 Have your say on reforms for the national biosecurity system

Australia’s biosecurity system is under increasing pressure, and national reforms are proposed. AHA members are encouraged to review the discussion paper and provide feedback to ensure industry perspectives are heard.

Responses close on 12 June 2026 at 5pm (AEST).

💬 Have your say: https://bit.ly/4a8BMgL

Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

20/05/2026

ℹ️ Queensland livestock movement breaches

Recent biosecurity enforcement action in Queensland, including a record fine for serious livestock movement breaches, highlights the ongoing importance of strong biosecurity and traceability across the livestock supply chain.
Accurate movement records and timely NLIS notifications are everyday actions that help protect animal health, maintain market access and support rapid response if an emergency animal disease outbreak occurs. These systems work best when everyone plays their part to keep our industry safe.

Read news article here:

A pastoral company has been hit with a record $45,000 fine after moving thousands of cattle across state lines without proper tracking. Authorities say the penalty sends a clear warning.

19/05/2026

AHiA System Report (Second Edition) now available

The Animal Health in Australia System Report explains how Australia’s animal health system works to support disease surveillance, emergency preparedness and animal welfare.
The report outlines how governance, biosecurity, laboratories, emergency management and industry collaboration work together to protect Australia’s world-class animal health status.

Access the report here: https://bit.ly/4jFdgqq


Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry World Organisation for Animal Health Wildlife Health Australia

19/05/2026

Animal Health in Australia Annual Report 2025 is out now!

The Annual Report provides a snapshot of how Australia protected and strengthened animal health in 2025.

It highlights key achievements, major disease investigations, surveillance activities, and the policies and programs that guide Australia’s animal health framework. The report also outlines national initiatives that supported preparedness, response and system capability over the past year.

Access the report: https://bit.ly/4jFdgqq


Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry World Organisation for Animal Health Wildlife Health Australia

14/05/2026

🚨 Animal Health Australia (AHA) is moving its online training from BOLT (Biosecurity Online Training) to a new learning system, Acorn, from 1 July 2026.

🕒BOLT will close on 30 June 2026, ahead of AHA’s move to the Acorn learning platform.

If you have courses in progress or need certificates for compliance or employment, make sure you:
✔ Complete courses in BOLT by 20 June 2026 - https://bit.ly/432cX2b
✔ Download and save your training records

👉More details and FAQs are available at https://bit.ly/4txK8Wf

13/05/2026

📣 Upcoming LLI Training Dates Announced

Liaison-Livestock Industry (LLI) training workshops are scheduled for Western Australia, New South Wales and Victoria across 2026 and 2027.

• WA: Wednesday 22 July 2026
• NSW: Wednesday 28 October 2026 (TBC)
• VIC: Monday 1 March 2027 (TBC)

We encourage industry members in these states to review their current LLIs and begin conversations with existing and potential representatives about attending.

For more information or to nominate participants, contact the AHA Training Team at trainingsupport@animalhealthaustralia.com.au.

11/05/2026

Nominations for the 2026 Australian Biosecurity Awards are now open

Every day, individuals, groups and organisations across Australia are working to prevent, detect and respond to biosecurity threats. Their efforts help protect our agricultural industries, environment and way of life. 🏆The awards recognise excellence across 9 categories, including:

• Dr David Banks Lifetime Achievement Award
• Dr Kim Ritman Award for Science and Innovation
• First Nations Award for Excellence in Biosecurity
• Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year
• Industry
• Government
• Environmental Biosecurity
• Community
• Education

If you know someone making a significant contribution to biosecurity, nominate them for an Australian Biosecurity Award.

👉To learn more or nominate, visit agriculture.gov.au/aba

Nominations close 5 pm AEST, Tuesday 16 June 2026.
Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

08/05/2026

If you or someone you know is doing it tough, Rural Aid’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Team is here to help.

Rural Aid counsellors provide free, confidential support to farmers and their families. You can reach their Counselling Intake Line on 1300 175 594.

Find out more about support: https://www.ruralaid.org.au/

Rural Aid

30/04/2026

👏 Spotlight on Biosecurity Producer of the Year 2025

With the next round of National Biosecurity Awards opening soon, we’re recognising last year’s Farm Biosecurity Producer of the Year, Ella Matta Pastoral. AHA was honoured to host Jamie Heinrich at Member Engagement Week, where he shared how practical, well-planned biosecurity protects livestock, supports daily operations and strengthens business resilience.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3QhE9ai


Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

28/04/2026

On-farm biosecurity resources

From training records to biosecurity kits, we’ve gathered five practical resources from the Farm Biosecurity website to help producers strengthen on-farm biosecurity practices and protect their properties in 2026.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tecTYf

Plant Health Australia

From training records to biosecurity kits, we’ve gathered five practical resources from the Farm Biosecurity website to help you strengthen on-farm biosecurity practices and protect your property in 2026.