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.
Upload your written submission via the button below or send a hard copy to GPO Box 3000, Darwin NT 0801
This consultation will close at 6pm 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.
Animal welfare holds significant importance for all Territorians, whether it involves cherished pets, farm animals, or wildlife.
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.
Upload your written submission via the button below or send a hard copy to GPO Box 3000, Darwin NT 0801
This consultation will close at 6pm 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.
The Northern Territory Government invites the community to contribute their perspectives and ideas on how to improve, protect and support animal welfare in the Northern Territory.
This consultation will close at 6pm on Friday 20 September 2024
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.
