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FTA / APSA - IN THE MEDIA

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FTA / APSA - TRAINING & EVENTS

FTA offers Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continued Biosecurity Competency (CBC) training online for the customs broker licencing period 1 April to 31 March each year. The cost of an online training package is $150 (excl. gst) for member organisations with bulk discounts available on a sliding scale.

Licensed customs brokers not employed by a corporate FTA member, can purchase an Individual Membership which includes online CPD & CBC training for the cost of only $300 (excl. gst) per customs broker licensing period.

Australian Border Force (ABF) & Department of Fisheries & Forestry (DAFF) Mandatory CPD & CBC Modules

Customs Broker Licensing Period to 31 March 2025

ABF - The ABF Mandatory CPD module for the 2024/25 CPD is now live - READ MORE

DAFF - The DAFF Mandatory CBC Activity 24-25/01 (CPD0215) will go live on 17 February 2025 on the Department's Learnhub site. The assessment will be automatically made available on the FTA training platform "MYFTACPD"  under the 'Active" filter for FTA members that attended a 2024 CPD Border Compliance Program (complimentary) or for those that have purchased an online training package for the period ending 31 March 2025. You will be sent an email when the assessment has been uploaded for completion. The Assessment must be completed by Monday 17 March 2025.

Important:

DAFF have advised that the Mandatory CBC Activity 24-25/01 (CPD0215) will provide you with 2 CPD Points in Stream A. Please ensure you take this into consideration when completing your 30 CPD points for the customs broker licencing period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.

LOGISTICS

Port of Newcastle has further diversified its trade offering with several car carriers discharging passenger and heavy vehicles at the Port over the Christmas and New Year period.

The passenger vehicle imports follow Port of Newcastle's approval from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) in October as a first point of entry port. READ MORE

OneStop and Tyne Container Services Expand Partnership to Brisbane Site to Drive Logistics Efficiency

OneStop and ACFS Port Logistics Expand Partnership to Drive Innovation in Container Operations in Victoria

OneStop is thrilled to announce the next chapter in our collaboration with ACFS Port Logistics, with the upcoming integration of e-Depot and e-Rail Appleton facilities in Victoria.

By harnessing the power of OneStop Modal and the Vehicle Booking System (VBS), these key facilities will deliver more efficient container transactions through industry-leading automation .READ MORE

PRIME MINISTER Anthony Albanese has promised to upgrade Western Australia's northern ports if Labor wins the coming federal election.

Speaking in Kununurra, Mr Albanese said port services in Wyndham, Ashburton and Dampier would be expanded to secure local supply chains and fast-track imports.

Applications for expanded border services at the three northern ports have been given the green light for First Port of Entry status allowing goods subject to biosecurity and other controls to land and enter Australia. READ MORE   (credit DCN)

Contact John Park to feature your organisation or service in an upcoming edition - prospectus HERE

Warehouse and Depot Security Identification Card (WADSIC)

Veritas offers a comprehensive solution for customs depots and warehouse license holders to meet their WADSIC compliance obligations. By using a dedicated WADSIC portal, authorised representatives can effectively manage their personnel as prescribed in both ACN 2022/46 and ACN 2024/21.READ MORE

SEAFREIGHT

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have received a welcome notification from Qube Ports today (14 January 2025) of the removal of Protected Industrial Action (PIA) from all Ports from 0700 Wednesday 15 January 2025.

FTA/APSA have discussed the positive announcement with senior executives representing Qube Ports to confirm, and a further formal announcement will be release shortly and added to our news updates

The Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) is the designated peak shipper body granted status by the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport under Part X of the Consumer & Competition Act to represent the interests of Australian shippers generally in relation to liner cargo shipping services. The following notice has been received and is available to members' reference.
 

14 January 2025 : Notice of the Happening of an Affecting Event – Asia Australia Consortium (A3) Joint Services Agreement inwards and outwards 

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AIRFREIGHT

Temporary shutdown dnata cargo Melbourne - TODAY Wed 15 Jan

Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) have been informed by dnata senior management of a temporary closure of dnata Cargo Operations at Melbourne Airport due to a biosecurity directive issued by the Department of Health.
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Qantas Freight Operations

Please refer the Qantas Freight site for updates on operational matters. 

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BIOSECURITY

Please click HERE to review the new DAFF Biosecurity Report

BORDER

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TRADE

Trade Data Updates Week Ending 14th January 2024

National ports, the Australian Bureau of statistics and data from other sources  
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Agribusiness Australia News - 13 January 2025 News

As we step into 2025, we are filled with excitement for what promises to be a landmark year for our community. With a packed calendar of events, thought-provoking discussions, and opportunities to connect, we are gearing up to make this year truly unforgettable.

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Anti-Dumping Notices Update Week Ending 14th January 2024

FTA has compiled a list of Anti-Dumping Notices from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources 
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Notices:
13.1.2025 : Anti-Dumping Commission Update Week Ending 10th January 2025 ... login required
7.1.2025 : WTO - China launches safeguard investigation on meat of bovine animals ... read more

WEBINARS & RECORDINGS

Stay at the cutting edge through participation in live webinars and access to recordings – all are FREE & EXCLUSIVE to Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association (APSA) members.     LOGIN REQUIRED 

13.9.2023 : Webinars & Recordings ... login required

Operational Support
For the timeliest response from our team, FTA / APSA members are reminded to send requests for operational support to support@FTAlliance.com.au

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SPONSORS

FTA and APSA are proud to connect members with the following sponsors as leading suppliers of services to the freight and trade sectors.

Sponsorship prospectus is available HERE