Australian Antarctic Territory Weapons Ordinance 2001 - Declaration under section 16

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AUSTRALIAN ANTARCTIC TERRITORY

WEAPONS ORDINANCE 2001
 

DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 16

 

I, Nicholas John Gales, Director, Australian Antarctic Division, Department of the Environment and Energy, declare under section 16 of the Australian Antarctic Territory Weapons Ordinance 2001 that the following project is advantageous to scientific research and the weapons as specified below may be used for the designated projects by a person working on that project:

 

Approved Project

Approved Weapons

4101- Antarctic baleen whale habitat utilisation and linkages to environmental characteristics

Paxarms, Model 24C, .22 calibre, Serial No.0710899, Reg ID 168280

Paxarms, Model 24C, Serial No. 0710885, Reg ID 168279

Paxarms, Model 24C, Serial No. 0520759, Reg ID 163444

Remington, Rolling Block, .22 calibre, Serial No. 51552  179787

Remington, Rolling Block, 9mm, Serial No. 39387, Reg ID 179788

DanInject, Serial No. 82334160F, Reg ID 186598

Note:  The Paxarms, Rolling Blocks and DanInject rifles are used for conducting non-lethal research.  The firearms are used to collect skin biopsy samples for genetic analyses.

 

 

Dated this 2nd day of November 2018

 

 

Nicholas Gales

Director

Australian Antarctic Division

 


Subject to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal Act 1975, a person or persons whose interests are affected by this decision may, within 28 days, make an application in writing to the Australian Antarctic Division of the Department of the Environment and Energy for the reasons for the decision. An application for independent review of the decision may be made to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, on payment of the relevant fee, by or on behalf of the person or persons whose interests are affected, either within 28 days of receipt of the reasons for the decision, or within 28 days of this notice if reasons for the decision are not sought.  Further information may be obtained from:

 

Strategies Branch

Australian Antarctic Division

203 Channel Highway

KINGSTON  TAS  7050

Telephone: 03 6232 3210

 

 

Overview

The Australian Antarctic Territory Weapons Ordinance 2001 was enacted to regulate the use of weapons in the Australian Antarctic Territory, ensuring that any use of such weapons aligns with the broader objectives of scientific research and conservation within this unique environment. This Ordinance was introduced to address the need for specific regulations concerning the use of weapons in an area that is both environmentally sensitive and crucial for scientific research. Enacted by the Parliament of Australia, the policy objective of the Ordinance is to balance the need for scientific investigation with the imperative to protect the Antarctic ecosystem. The Ordinance allows for the controlled use of weapons for purposes directly related to scientific research, provided it does not compromise the ecological integrity of the region. This legal framework ensures that any use of weapons in the Australian Antarctic Territory is strictly regulated, with clear guidelines to minimise potential harm to the environment while facilitating necessary research activities.

Scope and Application

The Australian Antarctic Territory Weapons Ordinance 2001 governs the use of weapons within the Australian Antarctic Territory, applying to any person or entity involved in scientific research activities. Specifically, the Ordinance allows for the use of certain weapons if they are deemed advantageous to scientific research, as exemplified by the declaration made by the Director of the Australian Antarctic Division. The Ordinance's scope includes a range of approved weapons used for non-lethal research purposes, such as collecting skin biopsy samples for genetic analyses. The declared application in this instance pertains to the "Antarctic baleen whale habitat utilisation and linkages to environmental characteristics" project. The Ordinance has a clear jurisdictional reach, applying solely to activities within the Australian Antarctic Territory. It also provides a framework for review and appeal, allowing those affected by a decision to seek reasons for the decision and, if necessary, apply for an independent review through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. The Ordinance can extend its application through subordinate instruments, providing flexibility to adapt to different research needs and ensuring compliance with safety and research objectives within the unique environment of Antarctica.

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