Rossana Carr is the Assistant Secretary of the Live Animal Exports Branch within the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. With more than 25 years of experience within the Department, Rossana brings deep regulatory expertise across Australia’s agricultural import and export systems.

Throughout Rossana’s career, she has led complex programs that support the safe and efficient movement of agricultural goods. Rossana has a reputation for building trusted relationships across government, industry, and international partners, and is known for a collaborative approach to achieving regulatory integrity and practical, outcomes-focused policy.

Rossana’s leadership combines technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and a strong commitment to service delivery — qualities that continue to strengthen the Department’s regulatory capability and stakeholder confidence.