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Importing Sperm into Australia. Where Does it Come From?

April 09, 2025 • Stephen Page • Season 1 • Episode 122

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In this episode of the Australian Family & Fertility Law Podcast, renowned fertility and family lawyer Stephen Page of Page Provan unpacks a topic many Australians don’t often think about — where our sperm donations actually come from.

With Australia facing an ongoing shortage of local sperm donors, Stephen explains the key reasons behind this dilemma — from legal fears around inheritance to the country's non-payment policy for donors. He also sheds light on the global sperm trade 🌍, revealing why most donations come from the United States 🇺🇸, and the emerging contributions from countries like Denmark 🇩🇰, Malaysia, and beyond.

Whether you're involved in fertility treatment, curious about donor laws, or just love learning something new — this episode offers a fascinating and frank look into the world of donor sperm in Australia. 🧬