In July 2015 the Australian Government announced $200 million to improve biosecurity surveillance and analysis over four financial years through the Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper, to better target critical biosecurity risks and support market access.
This fact sheet provides information about the activities carried out under the Agricultural Competitiveness White Paper from 2015 until 2019.
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Author(s): Department of Agriculture
Published: 17 November, 2025
Date added: 15 January, 2025
Any unusual plant pest, disease or weed should be reported.
Reporting hotlines operate in both Australia and New Zealand (numbers shown below).
Australian Exotic Plant Pest Hotline
New Zealand Pest and Disease Hotline
Pests can also be reported using apps, such as MyPestGuide® for Australia, that allow you to submit a photo of the pest or symptoms.
Every report is taken seriously and handled confidentially. Management of calls varies in different areas, but to the same end.
The PSNAP program is currently being transitioned to the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).
During this time, content will not be updated and membership requests may take longer to process.
Thank you for your patience and support while we complete this transition.
For enquiries relating to PSNAP, please contact DAFF at surveillance.capability@aff.gov.au
