Due diligence requests for property with plant material
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade (DITT) receives requests for due diligence relating to current notices, orders and restrictions for plant material diseases/pests on properties under relevant legislation.
Also read how to make a due diligence request for livestock property sales.
Information the department can provide
The chief plant health officer (CPHO) advises that under the Plant Health Act 2008, departmental officers can provide the following:
- orders or notices issued or proposed to be issued
- reports of notifiable pest or disease reports of plant material.
Other information
Departmental officers are unable to provide other information except under a subpoena or freedom of information (FOI) request.
What you need
The location of the property you are requesting information about.
An Australian business number (ABN) and contact details for your business.
How long it takes
Applications are processed within 5 business days.
Fees
A $48 fee applies to all plant material due diligence requests.
How to apply
You can apply online or by mail or email.
Online
Mail or email
To apply by mail or email, follow these steps:
Step 1. Fill in the application.
Plant material due diligence request PDF (144.3 KB)
Plant material due diligence request DOCX (60.0 KB)
Step 2. Pay your fee in person or by phone at a Receiver of Territory Monies.
Step 3. Submit your application and payment receipt by mail or email to:
Plant Biosecurity Branch
Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Division
Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade
GPO Box 3000
Darwin NT 0801
plantbiosecurity@nt.gov.au
For information
Read more about due diligence requests related to notices under the following Acts:
Contact
For more information about plant biosecurity and permits, call 08 8999 2118 or email plantbiosecurity@nt.gov.au.
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