Archive for 2019

Australia has entered into a number of Duty Free Trade Agreements with various countries. These agreements provide for the preferential rates of duty,for goods traded between these countries and Australia. Every trade agreement sets out particular the rules, that determine, […]

Australia’s International Trade Agreements In the simplest of terms,international free trade is the total absence of government policies or agreements restricting the import and export of goods and services. The opposite of free trade is protectionism, a highly-restrictive trade policy […]

Importing is often thought to be easier than exporting and perhaps in some ways it is but there are many traps for the unwary and inexperienced. It is important that you understand the basic steps Know your Import Tax & […]

 Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs Sept to April The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) is not found in Australia and it must be kept out, as it would severely impact our agricultural industries. Theys feed on, and can severely damage, fruit […]

Declarations for imported goods Goods valued at AUD 1000.00 or less are usually exempt from import taxes. However, duties and taxes will still apply on certain goods (tobacco, tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, etc.) regardless of their value. We recommend first-time […]

Are you considering expanding your business by exporting? Many business owners find that exporting can help to expand their business, diversify their revenue and increase their profits. It has also found that companies that export are more profitable than those […]

SHIPPING CONTAINER TRADE INCREASE IN DECEMBER 2018 Total trade through the Port of Melbourne for December 2018 was 8.12 million revenue tonnes which was 0.6 per cent above December 2017 and 4.6 per cent up for the financial year to […]

Comprehensive ban on Asbestos An Australia-wide ban on the use of all types of asbestos took effect on 31 December 2003. Work Health and Safety (WHS) and environment laws in all states and territories prohibit the unauthorized supply, transport, use […]