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  "strategy_brief_md": "# Sub-committee on Plant Health Diagnostics — Strategy Brief\n\n**Reporting period**: 2024-25\n**Corporate plan in force**: 2025-26\n**Corporate Plan**: [2025-26](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)\n\n## Our purpose / purposes\n\n> Plant biosecurity is a set of measures which safeguard the economy, environment and community from the negative effects of plant pests. A fully functional and efficient biosecurity system is a vital part of the future profitability, productivity and sustainability of Australia’s plant production industries and is necessary to preserve the Australian environment and way of life. [[CP p.5](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=5)]\n\n## How we deliver\n\n> Australia requires a nationally integrated diagnostic network with capability and capacity to diagnose exotic and established plant pests, maintain core capacity and deliver services in a cost effective and timely manner across a full range of diagnostic needs. [[CP p.9](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=9)]\n\n## Government priorities for this department\n\n- Develop a nationally integrated plant biosecurity diagnostic network that underpins Australia’s plant biosecurity system [[CP p.9](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=9)]\n- Implement and maintain appropriate quality management systems in diagnostic laboratories [[CP p.11](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=11)]\n- Diagnostic capability and capacity for all HPPs be developed and maintained [[CP p.12](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=12)]\n- Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework to optimise data sharing [[CP p.14](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=14)]\n\n## Outcomes\n\n### Outcome 1: Develop a nationally integrated plant biosecurity diagnostic network\nAustralia requires a nationally integrated diagnostic network with capability and capacity to diagnose exotic and established plant pests, maintain core capacity and deliver services in a cost effective and timely manner across a full range of diagnostic needs. [[CP p.9](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=9)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Develop a nationally integrated plant biosecurity diagnostic network\n- Have comprehensive coverage of both exotic and established pests\n- Provide a quick turnaround of results\n- Have the capacity to deal with large numbers of samples\n- Be cost effective and reliable\n- Allow low levels of target organisms to be detected reliably\n- Provide access to all technologies required to make an effective diagnosis\n- Fit within broader international networks and standards on diagnostic testing protocols\n\n### Outcome 2: Implement and maintain appropriate quality management systems\nA laboratory quality management system is a tool for estimating and managing risk. The adoption of an accreditation standard has the advantage of covering both management and technical elements of a laboratory quality system and there are a number of independent standards that can be used to provide a comparative benchmark on the status of each laboratory. [[CP p.11](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=11)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- All diagnostic laboratories in the network have the ability to deliver diagnostic testing to acceptable quality standards\n- Governments to take responsibility for establishment and ongoing costs of maintaining appropriate quality systems for diagnostic laboratories\n\n### Outcome 3: Develop and maintain diagnostic capability and capacity for High Priority Pests\nThe NPBDN will provide the capacity to diagnose exotic and established plant pests in Australia. However, it is unfeasible to have full diagnostic capacity for all exotic pests, due to their large numbers together with the unknown nature of many potential plant pests. [[CP p.12](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=12)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Regularly prioritise diagnostic protocols for development and review using a contemporary risk based approach\n- Develop a national policy to facilitate access to reference material and positive controls for diagnostic tests by ensuring appropriate processes and containment protocols are in place for their importation, storage and handling\n- Regularly review current and future needs of the diagnostic system in terms of human resources, skills and infrastructure, and implement proactive approaches to ensure these are met\n\n### Outcome 4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nThe ability to share consistent and accurate information across the plant biosecurity continuum is an essential feature of an advanced and effective plant biosecurity system. [[CP p.14](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=14)]\n\n**Key activities:**\n- Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems that support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement mechanisms to address gaps\n- Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems nationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and retrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes\n- Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally and complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity laboratories\n\n## What they will measure themselves on this year (targets from 2025-26 corporate plan)\n\n| Code | Measure | Target | Source |\n|---|---|---|---|\n| D1.1 | Key roles and responsibilities agreed amongst agencies on a nationally coordinated basis | Roles and responsibilities agreed and allocated | [CP p.9](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=9) |\n| D1.2 | Develop a process to encourage new diagnosticians to enter the field and enable continued professional development of current diagnosticians | New diagnosticians encouraged and existing diagnosticians supported | [CP p.10](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=10) |\n| D2.1 | All diagnostic laboratories in the network have the ability to deliver diagnostic testing to acceptable quality standards | All laboratories accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 or defined standard | [CP p.11](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=11) |\n| D2.2 | Governments to take responsibility for establishment and ongoing costs of maintaining appropriate quality systems for diagnostic laboratories | Costs met by state and territory governments | [CP p.11](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=11) |\n| D3.1 | Regularly prioritise diagnostic protocols for development and review using a contemporary risk based approach | Protocols prioritised based on risk | [CP p.12](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=12) |\n| D3.2 | Develop a national policy to facilitate access to reference material and positive controls for diagnostic tests | National policy developed | [CP p.12](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=12) |\n| D3.3 | Regularly review current and future needs of the diagnostic system in terms of human resources, skills and infrastructure | National stocktake conducted | [CP p.13](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=13) |\n| D4.1 | Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems that support diagnostics | Systems reviewed and gaps addressed | [CP p.14](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=14) |\n| D4.2 | Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems nationally | Standardised systems developed and implemented | [CP p.15](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=15) |\n| D4.3 | Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally | Diagnostic data shared nationally | [CP p.15](http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf#page=15) |",
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Treat this as an evidence pack for editorial review, not a final judgement.\n\n## Source Coverage\n\n| Source type | Count |\n|---|---:|\n| other-pdfs | 5 |\n| pages | 6 |\n| strategies | 1 |\n\n## Executive Readout\n\n### Purpose\n\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- This information could be presented in a table:\nTest Outcome Identification Deployment Time Throughput\nconfidence\nTest 1 To species Low (<90%) Field >1 d Medium\n(100s)\nTest 2 To genus Medium (90- Field/Laboratory >1 h Medium\n99%) (100s)\nTest 3 To High (99%+) Laboratory >1 week Low (10s)\nsubspecies\nTest 4 To species High (99%+) Laboratory < 1 week High (1000s)\n9.2 Sampling\nAuthors should provide any information for sampling that is critical to the diagnosis.\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf)`\n- 3\n1.2 Purpose ......................................................................................................................................\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf)`\n- 4\n1.2 Purpose ......................................................................................................................\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf)`\n\n### Role and Functions\n\n- [pages 1,2,3,4]\n[Page 1]\nNational Plant\nBiosecurity\nDiagnostic\nStrategy\nVersion 1.0 July 2012\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Level 1, 1 Phipps Close\nDeakin ACT 2600\nPhone: 02 6215 7700\nFax: 02 6260 4321\nEmail: admin@phau.com.au\nwww.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nAn electronic copy of this document is available from the website\nlisted above.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9]\nf two new actions, D3.3 and D4.1, which have arisen following consideration of the mechanisms\nfor implementing the respective overarching Recommendations\nThe NPBDS, together with the overarching NPBS, has been developed recognising the Intergovernmental Agreement\non Biosecurity (IGAB).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [Page 20]\nPlant Health Australia www.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nLevel 1, 1 Phipps Close Phone: +61 2 6215 7700\nDeakin ACT 2600 Email: admin@phau.com.au\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Communiques from Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics meetings\nSPHD Communique 26\n(3-5 May 2018)\nSPHD Communique 25\n(10-11 October 2017)\nSPHD Communique 24\n(6-7 April 2017)\nSPHD Communique 23\n(11-13 October 2016)\nSPHD Communique 22\n(3-4 May 2016)\nSPHD Communique 21\n(17-18 September 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 20\n(13-14 May 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 19\n(7-9 October 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 18\n(12-14 May 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 17\n(16-17 October 2013)\nNote: SPHD did not release a communiqué for meetings 27 to 32\nSPHD Communique 33\n(12 October 2021 – Virtual)\nSPHD Communique 34\n(17 – 18 May 2022)\nSPHD  Communique 35\n(11 – 12 October 2022)\n*the name was formerly the Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostic Standards\nContact SPHD\nSPHD can be contacted through the SPHD secretariate based at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/)`\n\n### Strategic Priorities\n\n- Also\nknown as EPP Response Deed (EPPRD)\nIPPC International Plant Protection Convention\nISPM International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures\nNATA National Association of Testing Authorities\nNDP National Diagnostic Protocol\nNMG National Management Group\nNPPP National Priority Plant Pests\nPaDIL Pest and Disease Image Library\nPHA Plant Health Australia\nPHC Plant Health Committee\nPLANTPLAN Australian Emergency Plant Pest Response Plan\nSPHD Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics\nVersion 4.0 Issued June 2019 Page 4 of 9\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf)`\n- SPHD Achievements\nAchievements of SPHD include:\nThe\nNational Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Strategy\nDevelopment of 42 endorsed\nNational Diagnostic Protocols\nA further 81 draft NDPs\nReference Standards to facilitate the development of NDPs developed in line with\nISPM No.27\n(Diagnostic protocols for regulated pests)\nDevelopment of Peer Review and Verification checklists for the development of NDPs\nImplementation of\nproficiency testing\nfor plant health laboratories\nContribution and revision to a NATA Field of Application Document (FAD)\nInput into the development of new import conditions for positive controls for High Priority Pests\nCurrent projects include:\nContinued development of NDPs\nProficiency testing\nand promotion of quality management systems for plant health laboratories\nTraining for plant health professionals.\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/)`\n- [Page 17]\nBioSIRT Biosecurity Surveillance, Incident Response and Tracing\nEPP Emergency Plant Pest\nEPPRD Emergency Plant Pest Response Deed\nHPP High Priority Pest\nIEC International Electrotechnical Commission\nIGAB Inter-governmental Agreement on Biosecurity\nIPPC International Plant Protection Convention\nISO International Organization for Standardization\nNATA National Association of Testing Authorities\nNPBDN National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network\nNPBDS National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Strategy\nNPBS National Plant Biosecurity Strategy\nPaDIL Pest and Disease Image Library\nPHA Plant Health Australia\nAcronyms and abbreviations 17\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 1,2,3,4]\n[Page 1]\nNational Plant\nBiosecurity\nDiagnostic\nStrategy\nVersion 1.0 July 2012\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Level 1, 1 Phipps Close\nDeakin ACT 2600\nPhone: 02 6215 7700\nFax: 02 6260 4321\nEmail: admin@phau.com.au\nwww.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nAn electronic copy of this document is available from the website\nlisted above.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Implementation of the Recommendations contained\nwithin this NPBDS will complement and deliver on a number of priority reform areas of the IGAB (see Table 1).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9]\nf two new actions, D3.3 and D4.1, which have arisen following consideration of the mechanisms\nfor implementing the respective overarching Recommendations\nThe NPBDS, together with the overarching NPBS, has been developed recognising the Intergovernmental Agreement\non Biosecurity (IGAB).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- The laboratories will provide:\n• The development and maintenance of national diagnostic standards\n• A focal point for Australia’s plant pest diagnostics, both domestically and internationally\n• Access and proficiency at all locations in a wide range of diagnostic tools and technologies\n• Development and adoption of new technologies resulting from research innovation and adoption/adaptation from overseas\n• Specialist training in key High Priority Pests (HPPs), pests under official control and economically important established pests\nfor which accurate and timely diagnoses are essential for early detection, market access and effective pest control\n• Support and training in existing and new technologies for regional diagnostic operational reference and field laboratories\naround Australia\n10\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- High Priority Pes\u0003t An exotic pest that has been identified to have one of the highest potential impacts to a\nparticular plant industry as identified through the industry biosecurity planning process or listed\nin Schedule 13 of the EPPRD.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n\n## KPIs, Targets, and Where They Are At\n\n- As a result,\nRecommendations D1-D4 have been developed, with a total of 11 underpinning actions (Table 1), and all items remain\nconsistent with the intent of the NPBS.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [Page 9]\nGlossary of SPHD Terms SPHD RS No.1\nSpecificity Characteristics of a test as concerns its performance with\nregard to cross-reactions with non-target (false positives)\nor lack of reaction with target (e.g. subgroups or individuals\nof the pest) (false negatives).\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf)`\n- [pages 1,2,3,4]\n[Page 1]\nNational Plant\nBiosecurity\nDiagnostic\nStrategy\nVersion 1.0 July 2012\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Level 1, 1 Phipps Close\nDeakin ACT 2600\nPhone: 02 6215 7700\nFax: 02 6260 4321\nEmail: admin@phau.com.au\nwww.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nAn electronic copy of this document is available from the website\nlisted above.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9]\nf two new actions, D3.3 and D4.1, which have arisen following consideration of the mechanisms\nfor implementing the respective overarching Recommendations\nThe NPBDS, together with the overarching NPBS, has been developed recognising the Intergovernmental Agreement\non Biosecurity (IGAB).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [Page 20]\nPlant Health Australia www.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nLevel 1, 1 Phipps Close Phone: +61 2 6215 7700\nDeakin ACT 2600 Email: admin@phau.com.au\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Communiques from Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics meetings\nSPHD Communique 26\n(3-5 May 2018)\nSPHD Communique 25\n(10-11 October 2017)\nSPHD Communique 24\n(6-7 April 2017)\nSPHD Communique 23\n(11-13 October 2016)\nSPHD Communique 22\n(3-4 May 2016)\nSPHD Communique 21\n(17-18 September 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 20\n(13-14 May 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 19\n(7-9 October 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 18\n(12-14 May 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 17\n(16-17 October 2013)\nNote: SPHD did not release a communiqué for meetings 27 to 32\nSPHD Communique 33\n(12 October 2021 – Virtual)\nSPHD Communique 34\n(17 – 18 May 2022)\nSPHD  Communique 35\n(11 – 12 October 2022)\n*the name was formerly the Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostic Standards\nContact SPHD\nSPHD can be contacted through the SPHD secretariate based at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/)`\n- She specialises in Dermestidae and Tephritidae taxonomy, […]\nRead More\n25 Jun 2025\nPlant Pathologists gather in Sydney for 25th APPS Conference\nExperts in plant pathology gathered in Sydney for the 25th Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) Conference, held from 26–28 May 2025 at the International Convention Centre.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- The event brought together 16 diagnosticians from across Australia and focused on increasing familiarity […]\nRead More\n25 Jun 2025\nNPBDN concludes the 2024–25 Annual Diagnostics Workshop series\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN), coordinated by Plant Health Australia, has completed its 2024–25 Virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) series, held from November 2024 to April 2025.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- NDPs are […]\nRead More\n11 Apr 2025\nRegister for the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop 2024-25 Invertebrate plant pests\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is excited to announce that registration is now open for the fourth and final webinar in the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) 2024-25 series.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- The webinar will focus on Invertebrate plant pests and will take place on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm AESDT. […]\nRead More\n10 Apr 2025\nExpression of interest for the update, review and/or verification of National Diagnostic Protocols\nThe National Diagnostic Protocols (NDPs) are a key part of Australia’s plant biosecurity system.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- They include details on the pest, its host and taxonomic status and identification and detection […]\nRead More\n25 Mar 2025\nRegister for virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop 2024-25 Plant bacteriology\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is excited to announce that registration is now open for the third webinar in the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) 2024-25 series.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- Exotic Plant Pest Hotline\n1800 084 881\nNew Zealand Pest and Disease Hotline\n1800 084 881\nPests can also be reported using apps, such as MyPestGuide® for Australia, that allow you 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�Ǥ��\\WCg�_!V𣂲�i�^�\u0013;��\u0019�$�\u0016�ALf��\u001d���\u001c;>\u001e�\u0019�\u0017iS�g�~K��?�*E�:�Z�1��\u0016z�T�\u0011��\u0018��F�\u0010 | `pages/strategies-index.html (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)` |\n\n## Key Achievements\n\n- The event brought together 16 diagnosticians from across Australia and focused on increasing familiarity […]\nRead More\n25 Jun 2025\nNPBDN concludes the 2024–25 Annual Diagnostics Workshop series\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN), coordinated by Plant Health Australia, has completed its 2024–25 Virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) series, held from November 2024 to April 2025.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- SPHD Achievements\nAchievements of SPHD include:\nThe\nNational Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Strategy\nDevelopment of 42 endorsed\nNational Diagnostic Protocols\nA further 81 draft NDPs\nReference Standards to facilitate the development of NDPs developed in line with\nISPM No.27\n(Diagnostic protocols for regulated pests)\nDevelopment of Peer Review and Verification checklists for the development of NDPs\nImplementation of\nproficiency testing\nfor plant health laboratories\nContribution and revision to a NATA Field of Application Document (FAD)\nInput into the development of new import conditions for positive controls for High Priority Pests\nCurrent projects include:\nContinued development of NDPs\nProficiency testing\nand promotion of quality management systems for plant health laboratories\nTraining for plant health professionals.\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/)`\n- [pages 1,2,3,4]\n[Page 1]\nNational Plant\nBiosecurity\nDiagnostic\nStrategy\nVersion 1.0 July 2012\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Level 1, 1 Phipps Close\nDeakin ACT 2600\nPhone: 02 6215 7700\nFax: 02 6260 4321\nEmail: admin@phau.com.au\nwww.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nAn electronic copy of this document is available from the website\nlisted above.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9]\nf two new actions, D3.3 and D4.1, which have arisen following consideration of the mechanisms\nfor implementing the respective overarching Recommendations\nThe NPBDS, together with the overarching NPBS, has been developed recognising the Intergovernmental Agreement\non Biosecurity (IGAB).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [Page 20]\nPlant Health Australia www.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nLevel 1, 1 Phipps Close Phone: +61 2 6215 7700\nDeakin ACT 2600 Email: admin@phau.com.au\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Communiques from Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics meetings\nSPHD Communique 26\n(3-5 May 2018)\nSPHD Communique 25\n(10-11 October 2017)\nSPHD Communique 24\n(6-7 April 2017)\nSPHD Communique 23\n(11-13 October 2016)\nSPHD Communique 22\n(3-4 May 2016)\nSPHD Communique 21\n(17-18 September 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 20\n(13-14 May 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 19\n(7-9 October 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 18\n(12-14 May 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 17\n(16-17 October 2013)\nNote: SPHD did not release a communiqué for meetings 27 to 32\nSPHD Communique 33\n(12 October 2021 – Virtual)\nSPHD Communique 34\n(17 – 18 May 2022)\nSPHD  Communique 35\n(11 – 12 October 2022)\n*the name was formerly the Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostic Standards\nContact SPHD\nSPHD can be contacted through the SPHD secretariate based at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/)`\n- She specialises in Dermestidae and Tephritidae taxonomy, […]\nRead More\n25 Jun 2025\nPlant Pathologists gather in Sydney for 25th APPS Conference\nExperts in plant pathology gathered in Sydney for the 25th Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) Conference, held from 26–28 May 2025 at the International Convention Centre.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- NDPs are […]\nRead More\n11 Apr 2025\nRegister for the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop 2024-25 Invertebrate plant pests\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is excited to announce that registration is now open for the fourth and final webinar in the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) 2024-25 series.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- The webinar will focus on Invertebrate plant pests and will take place on Wednesday, 30 April 2025, from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm AESDT. […]\nRead More\n10 Apr 2025\nExpression of interest for the update, review and/or verification of National Diagnostic Protocols\nThe National Diagnostic Protocols (NDPs) are a key part of Australia’s plant biosecurity system.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- They include details on the pest, its host and taxonomic status and identification and detection […]\nRead More\n25 Mar 2025\nRegister for virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop 2024-25 Plant bacteriology\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN) is excited to announce that registration is now open for the third webinar in the virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) 2024-25 series.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n\n## Key Issues, Risks, and Recommendations\n\n- 3\nAppendix 6.1 New NDP (Continued)\nAssessment Panel Recommendations\nInitials:\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\nVersion 5.2 Issue date February 2021 Page 13 of 20\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2021/02/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf)`\n- 3\nAppendix 6.2 International Protocol (Continued)\nAssessment Panel Recommendations\nInitials:\n……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\nVersion 5.2 Issue date February 2021 Page 15 of 20\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2021/02/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf)`\n- 3\nAppendix 6.4 Adding a procedure to an existing NDP (Continued)\nAssessment Panel Recommendations\nInitials:\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\nVersion 5.2 Issue date February 2021 Page 19 of 20\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2021/02/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf)`\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9]\nf two new actions, D3.3 and D4.1, which have arisen following consideration of the mechanisms\nfor implementing the respective overarching Recommendations\nThe NPBDS, together with the overarching NPBS, has been developed recognising the Intergovernmental Agreement\non Biosecurity (IGAB).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [Page 11]\nRecommendation D2: Implement and maintain appropriate quality management systems\nin diagnostic laboratories\nA laboratory quality management system is a tool for estimating and managing risk.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- 1)\nGlossary of Terms\nVERSION NUMBER V4\nSTATUS Endorsed\nISSUE DATE June 2019\nREVIEW DATE June 2024\nISSUED BY Executive Officer\nAUTHOR DPWG\nVersion 4.0 Issued June 2019 Page 1 of 9\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf)`\n- 2)\nDevelopment of National Diagnostic\nProtocols\n- Procedures for Authors\nVERSION NUMBER V7\nSTATUS Endorsed\nISSUE DATE\nJune 2019\nREVIEW DATE June 2024\nISSUED BY Executive Officer\nAUTHOR DPWG\nVersion 7 Date of issue June 2019 Page 1 of 23\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf)`\n- [Page 18]\nDevelopment of National Diagnostic Protocols – Procedures for Authors SPHD RS No.2\nDraft Diagnostic Protocol for\n[Common name of pest (Taxonomic name of pest)]\nOr:\n[Taxonomic name of pest], the cause of [common\nname of pest]\n[INSERT Image of plant pest/disease in colour]\nPrepared by:\n[Insert Date]\n[Address of agency]:\nMailing address:\nWebsite:\nPh #:\nFax. #:\n[Department of Agriculture [Agency logo if applicable]\nlogo]\nVersion 7 Date of issue June 2019 Page 18 of 23\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf)`\n- DIAGNOSTICS PROCEDURES TO SUPPORT SURVEILLANCE ................................20\n9.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................20\n9.2 Sampling ................................................................................................................21\n9.3 In field tests ............................................................................................................21\n9.4 Laboratory tests .....................................................................................................21\n9.5 Acknowledgements ................................................................................................21\n9.6 References .............................................................................................................21\nVersion 7 Date of issue June 2019 Page 19 of 23\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf)`\n- 2\n9.2 Sampling\n9.3 In field tests\n9.4 Laboratory tests\n9.5 Acknowledgements\n9.6 References\nVersion 7 Date of issue June 2019 Page 21 of 23\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf)`\n- 4)\nGuidelines for Peer Review, Verification\nand NDP Reviews\nVERSION NUMBER V4\nSTATUS Endorsed\nISSUE DATE June 2019\nREVIEW DATE June 2024\nISSUED BY Executive Officer\nAUTHOR DPWG\nVersion 4 Issue Date June 2019 Page 1 of 27\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9,10]\nRS NO.4\n▪ What procedures are being verified?\n▪ If procedures cannot be verified an explanation should be provided.\n▪ What samples were used?\no Results.\n▪ Were the methods comprehensive and clear?\n▪ Were the methods reproducible (show data)?\n▪ Where used, are data from International sequence databases (eg GenBank)\nderived from appropriately validated specimens?\no Recommendations for improvements.\no References, if required.\n• The checklist and report and any associated paperwork should be submitted to SPHD EO.\n• The protocol is edited by SPHD or expert nominated by SPHD from reviewers suggestions,\nin consultation with the author and reviewer.\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf)`\n- Is adequate information provided on the following Method 1 Method 2 Method 3 Comments\nfor each identification method: Y/N N/A Y/N N/A Y/N N/A\nAccuracy\nSpecificity\nReproducibility\nSensitivity\nPositive control\nNegative control\nReference material\nSources of test reagents\nSpecifications of test reagents\nEquipment\nSpecifications of equipment\nVersion 4 Issue Date June 2019 Page 17 of 27\n  Source: `other-pdfs/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf)`\n\n## Corporate Values and Operating Culture\n\n- [pages 1,2,3,4]\n[Page 1]\nNational Plant\nBiosecurity\nDiagnostic\nStrategy\nVersion 1.0 July 2012\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Level 1, 1 Phipps Close\nDeakin ACT 2600\nPhone: 02 6215 7700\nFax: 02 6260 4321\nEmail: admin@phau.com.au\nwww.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nAn electronic copy of this document is available from the website\nlisted above.\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [pages 6,7,8,9]\nf two new actions, D3.3 and D4.1, which have arisen following consideration of the mechanisms\nfor implementing the respective overarching Recommendations\nThe NPBDS, together with the overarching NPBS, has been developed recognising the Intergovernmental Agreement\non Biosecurity (IGAB).\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- [Page 20]\nPlant Health Australia www.planthealthaustralia.com.au\nLevel 1, 1 Phipps Close Phone: +61 2 6215 7700\nDeakin ACT 2600 Email: admin@phau.com.au\n  Source: `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf (http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf)`\n- Communiques from Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostics meetings\nSPHD Communique 26\n(3-5 May 2018)\nSPHD Communique 25\n(10-11 October 2017)\nSPHD Communique 24\n(6-7 April 2017)\nSPHD Communique 23\n(11-13 October 2016)\nSPHD Communique 22\n(3-4 May 2016)\nSPHD Communique 21\n(17-18 September 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 20\n(13-14 May 2015)\nSPHDS* Communique 19\n(7-9 October 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 18\n(12-14 May 2014)\nSPHDS* Communique 17\n(16-17 October 2013)\nNote: SPHD did not release a communiqué for meetings 27 to 32\nSPHD Communique 33\n(12 October 2021 – Virtual)\nSPHD Communique 34\n(17 – 18 May 2022)\nSPHD  Communique 35\n(11 – 12 October 2022)\n*the name was formerly the Subcommittee on Plant Health Diagnostic Standards\nContact SPHD\nSPHD can be contacted through the SPHD secretariate based at the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).\n  Source: `pages/homepage.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/)`\n- She specialises in Dermestidae and Tephritidae taxonomy, […]\nRead More\n25 Jun 2025\nPlant Pathologists gather in Sydney for 25th APPS Conference\nExperts in plant pathology gathered in Sydney for the 25th Australasian Plant Pathology Society (APPS) Conference, held from 26–28 May 2025 at the International Convention Centre.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n- The event brought together 16 diagnosticians from across Australia and focused on increasing familiarity […]\nRead More\n25 Jun 2025\nNPBDN concludes the 2024–25 Annual Diagnostics Workshop series\nThe National Plant Biosecurity Diagnostic Network (NPBDN), coordinated by Plant Health Australia, has completed its 2024–25 Virtual Annual Diagnostics Workshop (vADW) series, held from November 2024 to April 2025.\n  Source: `pages/news-latest.html (https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/)`\n\n## Global Ideas and Case Study Inputs\n\n_No global-intelligence source text found yet. Run `CLAUDE/global-ideas-scraper.py <entity>` to populate case-study sources._\n\n## Source Artifacts Used\n\n- `strategies/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf` - strategies - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf\n- `pages/about.html` - pages - https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/\n- `pages/contact.html` - pages - https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/contact/\n- `pages/homepage.html` - pages - https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/subcommittee-on-plant-health-diagnostics/\n- `pages/news-latest.html` - pages - https://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/news/\n- `pages/priorities-index.html` - pages - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/work/\n- `pages/strategies-index.html` - pages - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/06/National-Plant-Biosecurity-Diagnostic-Strategy.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/SPHD-Communique-26.pdf` - other-pdfs - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2018/11/SPHD-Communique-26.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf` - other-pdfs - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS1-Glossary-of-Terms-V4.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf` - other-pdfs - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS2-Development-of-NDPs-authors-V7.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf` - other-pdfs - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2019/08/RS4-Guidelines-for-Review-Verification-and-NDP-Review-V4.pdf\n- `other-pdfs/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf` - other-pdfs - http://www.plantbiosecuritydiagnostics.net.au/app/uploads/2021/02/RS3-Guidlines-for-approval-process-V5.2.pdf\n\n## Gaps To Fix\n\n- No corporate plan text source found.\n- No annual report text source found.\n- No global comparison/case-study sources found.",
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          "Regularly review current and future needs of the diagnostic system in terms of human resources, skills and infrastructure, and implement proactive approaches to ensure these are met"
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      "category": "Data & Performance",
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      "title": "KPI evidence register with named owners",
      "idea": "Create a simple register mapping each KPI to source data, owner, frequency, target, and last result.",
      "quote": "[pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18",
      "impact": "High",
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      "beneficiaries": "Executives / Parliament / public",
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        "Name an owner and baseline current volume, time, cost, and satisfaction.",
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      "quote": "[pages 4,5,6]\nRecommendation D4: Establish a national plant biosecurity information management framework\nto optimise data sharing 14\nAction D4.1: Regularly review plant biosecurity information management systems\nthat support diagnostics to ensure they meet the needs of the network and implement\nmechanisms to address gaps 14\nAction D4.2: Develop, implement and maintain standardised information systems\nnationally, both within government and industry, for the collection, analysis and\nretrieval of surveillance data, diagnostic information and research outcomes 15\nAction D4.3: Develop a system that enables the sharing of diagnostic data nationally\nand complete a stocktake of existing data management systems in plant biosecurity\nlaboratories 15\nAcronyms\u0003 and abbreviations\u0003 16\nGlos\u0003s\u0003ary 18",
      "impact": "Very High",
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      "beneficiaries": "Executives / Parliament / public",
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        "Create a senior responsible owner and cross-functional delivery team.",
        "Map legislation, data, privacy, procurement, cyber, and workforce constraints.",
        "Co-design with users and frontline staff before technology selection.",
        "Stage delivery through pilots, benefits tracking, and public reporting."
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