This interim report examines the adequacy of current biosecurity and quarantine arrangements, including resourcing, and progress towards reform of Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service export fees and charges.

On 23 June 2010, the Senate referred the following matter to the Senate Standing Committee on Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport for inquiry and report by 22 November 2011:
(a) the adequacy of current biosecurity and quarantine arrangements, including resourcing;
(b) projected demand and resourcing requirements;
(c) progress toward achievement of reform of Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) export fees and charges;
(d) progress in implementation of the 'Beale Review' recommendations and their place in meeting projected biosecurity demand and resourcing; and
(e) any related matters.