DAFF - Biosecurity Matters Special Edition
Monday, April 29, 2024
Biosecurity Matters
Special Edition
Nominations for the 2024 Australian Biosecurity Awards are now open!
Australian Biosecurity Awards presentation in 2023
Do you know a group, organisation or individual who goes above and beyond in protecting our nation from exotic pests and diseases?
Nominate them today for an
Australian Biosecurity Award
.
About the Australian Biosecurity Awards
The awards celebrate those who have shown a commitment to supporting and promoting Australia's biosecurity and the systems that underpin it.
This year, a new category has been introduced – the First Nations Award for Excellence in Biosecurity. This award recognises exceptional commitment to improving the protection of Country and people from pests, weeds and diseases.
The awards acknowledge and celebrate a diverse range of champions. Learn more about the
9
award categories
.
Past winners
Our past champions are primary producers implementing sound biosecurity practices, community groups protecting Australia from biosecurity threats, and those working on the front line to manage emergency pest and disease outbreaks.
Previous award winners include:
Dr Darryl Hardie, who received the Dr David Banks Biosecurity Lifetime Achievement Award for his significant contribution to national plant biosecurity during his 47-year career.
Dr Kylie Hewson, who was recognised for her work in animal health management and biosecurity.
The Wellesley Islands IPA Rangers, who were recognised for keeping a Top Watch! on the biosecurity frontline in 2020.
Sharing their stories promotes the importance of biosecurity and encourages excellence and best practice in the biosecurity sector.
Nominate Now!
Need more inspiration? Read about
last year's winners
and their important work.
Visit
agriculture.gov.au/ABA
to submit a nomination, learn more and register for updates.
Learn more about the Australian Biosecurity Awards
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