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Licensing and permits
Owning a reptile or amphibian in Australia is often not a simple process. There are laws that govern what can and can't be kept and also if a license is required. These laws and license requirements vary from state to state.
Victoria
In Victoria, the Conservation Regulator operating within the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is responsible for the licensing of reptiles and amphibians as well as the keeping and trading of wildlife.
new south wales
In New South Wales, licensing is managed by the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services (NPWS) within NSW Environment and Heritage operating under the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).
A.C.T.
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In the Australian Capital Territory it is the Office of the Conservator of Flora and Fauna of the ACT Government that issues and administers licensing of reptiles and amphibians as well managing any matters relating to conservation of theenvironment.
Queensland
In Queensland wildlife licensing, protection of the natural environment and development of tourism is managed by the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) of the Queensland Government.
northern territory
Wildlife licensing and parks management in the Northern Territory is controlled by the Parks and Wildlife Commission, which operates within the Department of Tourism and Hospitality of the Northern Territory Government
western Australia
In Western Australia control and management of wildlife licensing, parks, forests and reserves is by the Parks and Wildlife Services, which sits within the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
south Australia
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In South Australia, the Department of Environment and Water are responsible for looking after wildlife licensing, as well and managing national parks, botanical gardens, heritage places and the state's natural resources.
Tasmania
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE) is the managing body for wildlife licensing and protects the state's cultural and natural through sustainable projects and industries.