Regulator function
Protecting and conserving Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, including the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands, through regulation in accordance with international obligations.
Legislation
- Antarctic Treaty Act 1960
- Antarctic Treaty (Environment Protection) Act 1990 (and regulations)
- Antarctic Marine Living Resources Conservation Act 1981 (and regulations)
- Environment Protection Management Ordinance 1987
- Heard Island and McDonald Islands Act 1953
- Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999
- Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000
- Australian Antarctic Territory Acceptance Act 1933
- Australian Antarctic Territory Act 1954
Regulated community
- Any Australians undertaking an activity in Antarctica and anyone undertaking an activity at Heard Island and McDonald Islands
- Antarctic science community
- Australian Antarctic Program
- Tourist operators
- Private individuals visiting Antarctica
Portfolio
Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Internal to department / external entity
Internal