416-2025: A reminder to ensure debt to the department is paid following an approved arrangement class 19 suspended for unpaid debt

Source: Australia Government Statements – Agriculture

19 December 2025

Who does this notice affect?

​​Biosecurity Industry Participants (BIPs) operating under approved arrangement class 19​

Background

​Approved arrangements reflect the shared responsibility of biosecurity. As part of the requirements to hold an approved arrangement, the Director of Biosecurity determines whether someone is a fit and proper person to carry out biosecurity activities. Outstanding debt to the Commonwealth of Australia is considered in…