Existing regulations & requirements on biofouling
AUSTRALIA
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Choose the link above to access all the latest information and resources related to biofouling requirements in Australia
KEY DOCUMENTS
Anti-Fouling and In-water Cleaning Guidelines
Commonwealth of Australia, April 2015
National Biofouling Management Guidelines for Commercial Vessels
Commonwealth of Australia, 2009
National Biofouling Management Guidelines for Commercial Fishing Vessels
Commonwealth of Australia, 2009
National Biofouling Management Guidelines for Recreational Vessels
Commonwealth of Australia, 2009
National Biofouling Management Guidelines for Non-Trading Vessels
Commonwealth of Australia, 2009
National Biofouling Management Guidelines for Petroleum Production and Exploration Industry
Commonwealth of Australia, 2009
National Biofouling Management Guidelines for the Aquaculture Industry
Commonwealth of Australia, 2009
LOCAL REQUIREMENTS
States and territories are responsible for managing marine pest risks in their area. For more information:
New South Wales: Department of Primary Industries
Northern Territory: Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries
Queensland: Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
South Australia: Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA
Tasmania: Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment
Victoria: Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
Western Australia: Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development