This Strategy marks a shift from previous approaches, as it is directed at all stakeholders rather than solely guiding government action on biosecurity. It operates alongside the National Biosecurity Strategy (2022–2027), with both frameworks complementing each other in delivering effective biosecurity systems. Certain areas—namely genetically modified organisms, animal welfare, chemical contamination or residues, and human health—are excluded and addressed through other processes, although they must still be considered when managing biosecurity risks. The Strategy identifies six outcomes. Outcome 1 provides that stakeholders understand the Tasmanian Biosecurity System and accept their roles and responsibilities, supported by oversight from the Biosecurity Advisory Committee, communication programs, clearly defined responsibilities, integration into decision-making and education, accessible reporting mechanisms, and strengthened surveillance through stakeholder participation. Outcome 2 establishes that decision-making is based on scientific risk assessment and effective mitigation, including consistent use and updating of the Biosecurity Risk Analysis Framework, transparent publication of information, risk-based prioritisation and resource allocation, alignment with national systems, and application of best-practice mitigation measures. Outcome 3 sets out the need for sustained preparedness, response, and recovery capability through partnerships, cost-sharing and funding arrangements, targeted surveillance, defined roles and contingency planning, resource mobilisation strategies, national coordination, workforce capability, and appropriate diagnostic infrastructure. Outcome 4 provides for comprehensive and contemporary State legislation that supports biosecurity, including accessible regulatory frameworks, co-regulatory approaches, ongoing legal review, development of databases, and effective compliance and enforcement mechanisms. Outcome 5 promotes innovation and research to improve biosecurity efficiency and effectiveness, through alignment with national initiatives, development of risk models, enhanced scientific knowledge, adoption of new surveillance technologies, improved eradication methods, and funding strategies for research. Outcome 6 seeks to strengthen stakeholder confidence in the biosecurity system through increased awareness, consultation, improved understanding of stakeholder behaviour, coordinated communication, accessible information platforms, transparent reporting, recognition of stakeholder contributions, and sustainable funding arrangements based on risk and overall benefit.
Australie · 2023-05-01