Other legislation that applies to hunting
There are other pieces of legislation that you must abide by to meet the ethical standard set out in the Hunters’ Code of Practice. Breaches of the code may be subject to penalties under the Game and Feral Animal Control Act 2002 as well as other pieces of legislation, such as the Inclosed Lands Act 1901 for trespass offences.
In addition to the Game and Feral Animal Control Act 2002, hunters need to be aware of these other important Acts.
- Forestry Act 2012
- Firearms Act 1996
- Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979
- Inclosed Lands Protection Act 1901
- Summary Offences Act 1988
- Biosecurity Act 2015
- Companion Animals Act 1998
We will look at the most relevant Acts that regulate hunting activities.
