The Natural Resources Committee is calling for submissions to its inquiry into Kangaroo and Wallaby Populations in South Australia. The Committee will inquire into and report on:
(a) How they are affected by commercial and non-commercial harvesting;
(b) The adequacy and enforcement of the ‘National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of Kangaroos and Wallabies for Commercial Purposes’ and the ‘National Code of Practice for the Humane Shooting of Kangaroos and Wallabies for Non-commercial Purposes’ including methods used and their impact on animal welfare;
(c) The sustainability of current harvesting levels and their long-term impact on the species;
(d) The impact of commercial and non-commercial harvesting on the health and wellbeing of animals, permitted wildlife rescuers and carers and First Nations Peoples;
(e) Alternative strategies and practices that could be implemented to ensure the humane treatment and conservation of these animals; and
(f) Any other related matters.
Any person or organisation wishing to make a submission or appear before the Committee is invited to do so by COB 18 April 2025.
Written submissions should be addressed to the Parliamentary Officer at nrc.assembly@parliament.sa.gov.au or
Parliamentary Officer NRC
C/- Parliament House
GPO Box 572
ADELAIDE SA 5001
All submissions will be made publicly available unless otherwise determined by the Committee.
For further information, please contact the Parliamentary Officer on (08) 8237 9387 or at the above email address.