Animal Protection Act Review

This consultation is now closed.

Animal welfare holds significant importance for all Territorians, whether it involves cherished pets, farm animals, or wildlife.

The Animal Protection Act 2018 (the Act) and Animal Protection Regulations 2022 provide the regulatory framework to ensure animals are treated humanely and to regulate persons who use animals for scientific purposes.

The Act was amended in 2022 and has been in force for 18 months. This review is to ensure the legislation is effectively meeting the expectations of Territorians.

Ensuring animal welfare standards are upheld is a shared responsibility that extends to individuals across various sectors, including livestock farming, pet ownership, scientific research, operation of animal accommodation facilities, veterinary services, and other related industries.

The Northern Territory Government is asking Territorians for feedback on a number of proposed amendments to the Animal Protection Act 2018 to continue to improve the welfare of animals across the NT.

Have your say

Territorians are invited to contribute their perspectives and ideas on how to improve, protect and support animal welfare in the Northern Territory.

To provide feedback:

1. Read the NT Animal Protection Act Legislative Review Discussion Paper
2. Upload your written submission via the button below or send a hard copy to GPO Box 3000, Darwin NT 0801

This consultation closed on Friday, 20 September 2024.

What's next

Feedback from this consultation will inform the drafting of amendments to the Animal Protection Act 2018 and Animal Protection Regulations 2022

Information collected through this consultation process may be provided to persons making an application under freedom of information laws. Personal details will not be included or published in any report.