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Wellington Park Act 1993.

Country/Territory
Australia
Territorial subdivision
Tasmania
Document type
Legislation
Date
1993 (2013)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to establish Wellington Park, to provide for its protection, use and management and for the assessment of major projects affecting it and to make provision for incidental and consequential matters.
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
National parks Protected area Tourism Wild fauna Wild flora Management/conservation Institution Authorization/permit Cultural heritage Policy/planning Special fund
Geographical area
Oceania
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on 1 November 1993.
Abstract

This Act, consisting of 82 sections divided into six Parts and completed by five Schedules, establishes the Wellington Park, which is set aside for the provision of recreational and tourism uses and opportunities. The Act also aims to preserve and protect the flora and fauna, natural beauty, water catchment values and features of historical, Aboriginal, archaeological, scientific, architectural or geomorphological interest contained within the reserve.

Full text
English
Website
www.thelaw.tas.gov.au

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Wellington Park Regulations 2009.

Legislation | Australia | 2009

Keyword: National parks, Protected area, Management/conservation, Authorization/permit, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX