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Australia to ban controversial live sheep exports by sea from May 2028

"Australia's live sheep export trade is scheduled to cease on May 1, 2028, following advocacy by animal welfare groups."
The government plans to provide a $107m support package over five years to assist the industry in transitioning.
Agriculture minister Murray Watt stated the government will introduce legislation this year due to industry failures in meeting public expectations.

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The Guardian

‘Unable to meet the community’s expectations’: Australia to ban live sheep exports in 2028

Government promises $107m package for industry to transition, after years of campaigning against trade

22 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Australia to ban controversial live sheep exports by sea from May 2028

22 days ago·United Kingdom

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ABC Australia

Live sheep export trade to end in 2028 as Agriculture Minister Murray Watt announces $107m support package

Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt says the transition is "orderly and considered", while the Nationals are vowing to reverse the ban if the coalition wins the next election.

22 days ago·Australia

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‘Radical’ plan to ban controversial Australian industry by 2028

The controversial live sheep export trade will be banned by the Australian Government from May 1, 2028 but farmers groups and political opponents have hit out at the plan labelling it as “radical” and vowing to undo the move.

22 days ago

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