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Current Alerts


Report unusual disease signs, abnormal behaviour or unexplained deaths in livestock and other animals.

Ring the 24 hour EAD hotline on 1800 675 888.



Click here for a full list of the current control orders and biosecurity permits.

Please click on the links below for further information regarding current alerts.

Whitespot

White spot syndrome virus (WSSV) has been detected by the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (the department) in wild-caught school prawns (Metapenaeus macleay) for the third time.

Abalone Viral Ganglioneuritis (AVG)

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development has implemented a ban on the importation of live abalone sourced from South Australia following a detection of Abalone Viral Ganglioneuritis (AVG) near Port MacDonnell. These restrictions are applied through an updated Biosecurity (Abalone viral ganglioneuritis) Control Order 2024.





Reporting animal biosecurity emergencies

Some animal pests and diseases, or residues in animal products or stock feed can have serious consequences for trade, production or human health.  By remaining vigilant and acting quickly if you suspect a significant animal pest, disease, or residue you may be able to prevent these consequences. Don’t delay! Contact Local Land Services or ring the 24 hour hotline:

Emergency Animal Disease Hotline (24 hours) on 1800 675 888.



Contact us

If you have a general query or concern about animal diseases, please email staff in Animal Biosecurity at animal.biosecurity@dpird.nsw.gov.au