Contingency Fund Management

Animal Health Australia provides administrative services for two companies established specifically for the purposes of managing contingency funds for emergency animal disease incidents or other animal health related projects.

The Cattle Disease Contingency Fund Pty Ltd was established in February 2002 by the Cattle Council of Australia, the Australian Lot Feeders' Association and Animal Health Australia. The company was appointed to act as Trustee for the Cattle Disease Contingency Fund. This fund supports various animal health related activities that are of benefit to the cattle industry in Australia.

The Honey Bee Disease Contingency Fund Pty Ltd was established in May 2003 by the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council and Animal Health Australia. The company was appointed to act as Trustee for the Honey Bee Disease Contingency Fund. This fund is used for any activitiy associated with honey bee pests and diseases and their management and eradication of which the Trustee considers is likely to benefit or enhance the Australian honey bee industry.

Page Updated: 26 August 2009