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Australian Customs Service

Category: Organisation
Binomial Name: Australian Commonwealth Government
Sub Category:Federal Government | Statutory Body
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State/Country:Australia
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URL: http://www.customs.gov.au/
Summary Information:
The Australian Customs Service (ACS) works with other government and international agencies to ensure Australia's border security through the detection and deterrence of unlawful goods and persons. It is a national organisation which employs approximately 4,800 staff in Australia and overseas. The central office is located in Canberra. Resources and equipment used include a fleet of ocean-going vessels and aerial surveillance aircraft. The interception of drugs and illegal firearms is a high priority of the ACS.

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    • Glossary

    Federal Government | Statutory Body
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    Created:Thursday, 20 March 2003
    Modified:Wednesday, 9 March 2005
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