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❓ This question seeks detailed information on the procedures for identifying and reporting suspicious cargo, container activity, or contraband at Fremantle Port, including internal and external notification processes and reporting statistics.

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9 June 2026

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Mr Adam Hort

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Regional Development; Ports; Science and Innovation; Medical Research; Kimberley

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I refer to the process followed when suspicious cargo, suspicious container activity or possible contraband is identified at Fremantle Port:
(a) What is the step-by-step process when Fremantle Port Authority staff, contractors or port users identify suspicious cargo, suspicious container activity or possible contraband;
(b) Who is the first point of contact within Fremantle Port Authority;
(c) Which external agency is notified first;
(d) Is there a written procedure for this process;
(e) Are all suspicious activity reports recorded in a central system;
(f) If yes to (e), how many suspicious activity reports have been recorded since 1 July 2025; and
(g) Of those reports, how many were referred to:
(i) Australian Border Force;
(ii) WA Police;
(iii) WA Health;
(iv) Department of Home Affairs; and
(v) any other agency?
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