Question on Notice 226/2026: Funding

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Question Number: 226

Year: 2026

Asked By: Mr T Smith

Minister Responsible: Minister for Primary Industries (Hon A Perrett)

Asked Date: 5 Mar 2026

Answer Due: 7 Apr 2026

Date Tabled: 7 Apr 2026

Topic

Funding

Question

With reference to the $60.9m allocated over five years as part of the Boosting Biosecurity in the Regions funding outlined in the 2025-26 Budget— Will the Minister advise (a) how much of the funding allocation is intended to be spent on the hiring of 100 new biosecurity officers, (b) what are the other intended allocations for the Boosting Biosecurity in the Regions funding (reported separately by dollar amount) and (c) how much remains in the fund for the 2025-26 Budget?

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