Long distance driver

You transport produce, animals and goods within Australia. Your cargo and vehicle may carry pests, diseases, and weeds between locations.

Good biosecurity is about awareness and action. Know the risks posed by your cargo and vehicle. Be aware that some conditions like drought or flood can increase these risks. Make sure you meet all quarantine and documentation requirements. Report anything unusual.

You can help protect Australia from the spread of pests, diseases and weeds.

Be aware

Know the risks. These are a threat to our industries, environment and way of life.

Animal pests and diseases

Watch for signs of these pests and diseases. They can pose a serious risk to animals.

Plant pests and diseases

Watch for signs of these pests and diseases. They can pose a serious risk to our plant life.

Weeds

How to identify weeds. Use this handy tool.

In your area

Australian Capital Territory

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate

New South Wales

Department of Primary Industries

Northern Territory

Northern Territory Government

Queensland

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries

South Australia

Primary Industries and Regions, SA

Tasmania

Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment

Victoria

Agriculture Victoria

Western Australia

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Take action

Steps you must take. Your role in Australia’s biosecurity

A pest guide

Cargo, containers and vessels can carry exotic pests, seeds and soil. What to look for. What to do if you see anything.

Animal welfare

Standards for the transport of live animals by land. Know what you must do.

Goods movement in Australia

Plan to buy, sell or transport food, plants, soil or animals? Some states restrict entry of these products. Check what you must do.

Live animal guide

Do you transport live animals? Use this guide to help you move them safely.

Reportable incidents

Some events that involve goods and vessels are reportable by law. Know your role and what you must do.

Sea containers

Check if you are moving sea containers to a rural location in Australia. You will need a tailgate inspection.

Report a concern