Australia steps up biosecurity measures

Mother picking backpack from security counter while standing by daughters. Family is with luggage at airport terminal. They are going on vacation. Credit: AzmanL/Getty Images

Australia has very strict biosecurity procedures at our international borders to prevent the introduction of harmful pests and diseases. As the threat of foot and mouth disease remains, Australian airports have stepped up biosecurity measures. Mr R Sathyanathan explains about what you can't bring in to the country. Produced by Renuka

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