This document establishes the Southern Bluefin Tuna Algal Bloom Temporary Order 2026, issued by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry under the authority of the Fisheries Management Act 1991. The order is effective from March 24, 2026, and includes provisions for temporary measures, definitions, and a cessation date, indicating a specific, time-limited regulatory intervention.

Entities involved in the southern bluefin tuna fishery, including importers and exporters, must review and comply with the temporary measures outlined in this order. The order's temporary nature suggests a need for close monitoring of its duration and any subsequent amendments or final regulations. Failure to comply with the temporary order may result in penalties under the Fisheries Management Act 1991.