NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

NSW DPIRD

The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) drives the growth and sustainability of primary industries and regional economies. Supporting agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, and natural asset management, DPIRD works closely with industry and communities to implement impactful policies and programs. Within DPIRD, the Aquatic Biosecurity Program plays a vital role in protecting NSW’s aquatic environments by managing marine and freshwater pests and aquatic diseases, ensuring the health of ecosystems and the industries that depend on them.