Our Work

Current Campaigns

Strategic advocacy campaigns targeting legislative reform, stronger enforcement, and better welfare outcomes for all animals.

Active Campaigns

Animal Care & Protection Bill

Active Drafting · Legal review

A proposed new Act to consolidate and strengthen Victoria’s animal welfare legislation. The bill establishes an independent authority, increases penalties for serious offences, and introduces mandatory reporting for animal cruelty.

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VIAWA — Independent Welfare Authority

Active Policy development

Advocating for the creation of a Victorian Independent Animal Welfare Authority with statutory powers to investigate, enforce and report on animal welfare outcomes across all sectors — companion, farm, wildlife and research.

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Outdoor Recreation Bill — Submission

Active Before committee

Our formal submission objecting to the current draft of the Outdoor Recreation Bill, identifying specific welfare gaps and recommending amendments to protect wildlife and habitat during recreational activities on public land.

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Puppy Farm Regulation Reform

Won Completed 2024

Successful campaign to strengthen licensing and inspection requirements for commercial dog breeding establishments. New regulations require unannounced inspections, mandatory veterinary reporting, and public register access.

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Native Wildlife Protection Standards

Won Completed 2023

Advocacy campaign that secured improved rehabilitation standards for native wildlife, including mandatory training for carers, minimum facility requirements, and a centralised reporting system for wildlife rescues.

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