Introduction

The framework and obligations towards pest animals and their management is usually contained in a range of national and state/territory and regional government legislation or policy statements. For example they may specify the techniques that can be used and how they must be applied, monitoring and reporting requirements, or help guide action such as through pest animal Threat Abatement Plans or regional strategic plans.

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Vertebrate Pests Committee

Risk assessment for the import and keeping of exotic vertebrates in Australia

Senate Inquiry into the regulation, control and management of invasive species

House of Representatives Inquiry into the impact on agriculture of pest animals

Eradication of Australia's vertebrate pests: a feasibility study

AWMS Position Statement on Bounties

 

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Legislation Threat Abatement Plans & Management StrategiesPolicy statements and documentsPest agencies and authorities