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Animal Protection Act 2018.

Country/Territory
Australia
Territorial subdivision
Northern Territory
Document type
Legislation
Date
2018 (2022)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for care and protection of animals, and for related purposes.
Subject
Livestock, Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Fish disease Animal health Basic legislation Animal welfare Animal feed/feedstuffs Animal production Offences/penalties Certification Inspection Research Traditional rights/customary rights Indigenous peoples Institution Amphibians Wild fauna
Geographical area
Asia and the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, Indian Ocean, Oceania, South Pacific
Entry into force notes
1 November 2022
Abstract

The objects of this Act are: (a) to ensure that animals are treated humanely; (b) to prevent cruelty to animals; (c) to promote community awareness about responsibilities and legal obligations associated with the care and protection of animals; and (d) to regulate the activities of persons who use animals for scientific purposes. An animal under the Act is a live member of a vertebrate species, including an amphibian, bird, mammal and reptile, fish in captivity or dependent on a person for food; and crustacean if it is on premises where food is prepared or is offered for retail sale. Under the Act welfare means health, safety and well-being.

Full text
English
Website
legislation.nt.gov.au

References - Legislation

Repeals

Animal Welfare Act 1999.

Legislation | Australia | 1999 (2017)

Keyword: Animal welfare, Research, Institution, Basic legislation, Indigenous peoples

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Animal Protection Regulations 2022.

Legislation | Australia | 2022

Keyword: Animal welfare, Institution, Standards, Enforcement/compliance

Source: FAO, FAOLEX