Research Services

Research Ethics and Integrity

Animal Research Ethics

Legislation and codes:

The following links refer to legislation and information on regulations related to Animal Ethics:

Commonwealth Government

NH&MRC

The National Health and Medical Research Council is the federal authority responsible for regulations regarding the use of animals in research and teaching.

OGTR

The Office of the Gene Technology Regulator develops regulations and provides advice regarding genetic modifications of animals.

AFFA

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry deals with all aspects of plant and animal safety.

AQIS

The Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service provides information on the import / export of animals and tissue and issues relevant permits.

State Government

DPI

Animal Health and Welfare as administered by the Department of Primary Industries, Victoria..

Victorian Law Today

Links to relevant Acts and Statutory Rules (Regulations) such as the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, the National Parks Act, the Wildlife Act and the Fisheries Act, etc. Use the bookshelf at the bottom of the page to navigate between the Acts. For example click on book "P" for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.