This legislative instrument, registered on March 24, 2026, amends the List of Exempt Native Specimens Instrument 2001. It specifically addresses the Western Australian Sea Cucumber Fishery, updating the list of specimens that are exempt from certain provisions under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. The amendment is administered by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

While this instrument is a final rule and does not impose new direct compliance obligations on most entities beyond adherence to existing fishery management plans, it is crucial for importers and exporters dealing with sea cucumbers from Western Australia. They must ensure their specimens are listed as exempt under the updated instrument to avoid contravening the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Compliance officers should verify that their import/export documentation and practices align with the current list of exempt specimens.