Queensland regulation

Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2018

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Queensland

Act Number

147 of 2018

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This plan sets out how Queensland will manage estuarine (saltwater) crocodiles: it defines when a wild crocodile is a “problem”, authorises conservation officers and licensed keepers to catch, move or euthanase problem animals, creates a scheme to allocate caught problem crocodiles to licensed keepers, and regulates egg-harvesting, tagging, record-keeping and proximity offences. It affects conservation officers, crocodile keepers, egg harvesters, commercial viewers and the public; it matters because it allocates decision-making and costs, creates compliance and reporting duties, and grants the chief executive wide operational discretion (see secs 5, 6, 12, 32, 43).

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What it does

Mechanically, the Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2018 sets out a statutory framework governing the identification, capture, handling, disposition and commercial use of estuarine crocodiles in Queensland, and replaces the 2007 plan (s 55). It does the following specific things: it defines the statutory notion of a "problem crocodile" (s 5); authorises a scheme for allocating problem crocodiles to eligible Queensland crocodile keepers (s 6); creates two formal pathways for authorised capture and management of problem crocodiles, being crocodile management authorities and damage mitigation permits, and prescribes who may hold each (ss 7, 22-26); establishes operational duties that attach to holders and relevant persons when crocodiles are caught, kept, moved or die (ss 16-21, 26-30); prescribes an additional licensing regime and detailed recordkeeping and return requirements for harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs (pts 3, ss 33-46); restricts the uses authorised under various animal authorities in relation to estuarine crocodiles (ss 47-49); imposes marking and tagging obligations for crocodiles that have attacked people and duties under icon crocodile agreements (ss 50-51); creates proximate conduct offences and other offences to prevent unsafe interactions with crocodiles (ss 51A-51C); and provides offences protecting traps and procedural rules for accidental captures (ss 52, 54). The plan expressly disapplies s 121(2) of the Nature Conservation Act to this plan (s 2), and states that the conservation value for a problem crocodile caught under an authority or permit is nil (s 31).

The plan is structured partly by reference to the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 and the Act, incorporating and extending regulatory provisions. It repeatedly cross‑references external instruments and codes, most notably the Australian Crocodile Code for operational standards (see ss 16, 27, 39), and a chief executive‑approved Code of practice for commercial crocodile viewing as an exception to proximate‑distance offences (s 51A(4)). Operational discretion sits with the chief executive and with conservation officers; the plan specifies numerous powers exercisable by the chief executive, including establishing the allocation scheme (s 6), issuing written notices identifying problem crocodiles (ss 11-12), directing how a live or dead caught crocodile must be dealt with (ss 18, 20, 29), waiving payments when problem crocodiles are given to keepers (s 32(6)), and cancelling a crocodile management authority in specified circumstances (s 15(3)). The plan also sets maximum terms for authorities and permits (s 10, s 25), and contains transitional provisions treating existing authorities, icon crocodile agreements and directions under the repealed 2007 plan as continuing under the 2018 plan (ss 57-63).

Current sections

Direct links to the current provisions in Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2018.

pt.1

Preliminary

sec.1

Short title

sec.1 Short title

This conservation plan may be cited as the Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2018 .

sec.2

Relationship with declared management intent— Act , s 121

sec.2 Relationship with declared management intent— Act , s 121

Section 121 (2) of the Act does not apply to this plan.

sec.3

Purposes of plan

sec.3 Purposes of plan

The purposes of this plan are to— conserve viable populations of estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and protect humans from problem crocodiles; and prevent the loss of aquaculture fisheries resources, stock and working dogs from problem crocodile attacks; and ensure the commercial use of estuarine crocodiles is ecologically sustainable.

(a) conserve viable populations of estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and
(b) protect humans from problem crocodiles; and
(c) prevent the loss of aquaculture fisheries resources, stock and working dogs from problem crocodile attacks; and
(d) ensure the commercial use of estuarine crocodiles is ecologically sustainable.

sec.4

Interpretation

sec.4 Interpretation

The dictionary in schedule 1 defines particular terms used in this plan. Subject to subsection (1) , and unless this plan provides otherwise, terms used in this plan have the same meaning as they have in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 . s 4 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.4-ssec.1) The dictionary in schedule 1 defines particular terms used in this plan. (sec.4-ssec.2) Subject to subsection (1) , and unless this plan provides otherwise, terms used in this plan have the same meaning as they have in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 .

sec.5

Meaning of problem crocodile

sec.5 Meaning of problem crocodile

An estuarine crocodile in the wild is a problem crocodile if the chief executive considers the crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to humans. Also, an estuarine crocodile in the wild is a problem crocodile if— the crocodile has passed over, through or under a crocodile prevention barrier on land, other than land in a protected area, on which aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog normally live; and the chief executive considers the crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to the aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or working dog. Without limiting subsection (1) , the chief executive may consider an estuarine crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to humans if— the crocodile has attacked, is about to attack, or is behaving aggressively towards, a person; or the chief executive reasonably believes the nature of the crocodile’s location or behaviour makes the crocodile a threat, or a potential threat, to the safety or wellbeing of humans. An estuarine crocodile is in an urban area, or a public area commonly used by persons for recreation and in which estuarine crocodiles do not normally live, and has been in the area for an extended period or is frequently in the area. Without limiting subsection (2) (b) , the chief executive may consider an estuarine crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog if the crocodile has attacked, is about to attack, or is behaving aggressively towards, the aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or working dog. In this section— crocodile prevention barrier means a barrier that is reasonably likely to prevent crocodiles from passing over, through or under it. (sec.5-ssec.1) An estuarine crocodile in the wild is a problem crocodile if the chief executive considers the crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to humans. (sec.5-ssec.2) Also, an estuarine crocodile in the wild is a problem crocodile if— the crocodile has passed over, through or under a crocodile prevention barrier on land, other than land in a protected area, on which aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog normally live; and the chief executive considers the crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to the aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or working dog. (sec.5-ssec.3) Without limiting subsection (1) , the chief executive may consider an estuarine crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to humans if— the crocodile has attacked, is about to attack, or is behaving aggressively towards, a person; or the chief executive reasonably believes the nature of the crocodile’s location or behaviour makes the crocodile a threat, or a potential threat, to the safety or wellbeing of humans. An estuarine crocodile is in an urban area, or a public area commonly used by persons for recreation and in which estuarine crocodiles do not normally live, and has been in the area for an extended period or is frequently in the area. (sec.5-ssec.4) Without limiting subsection (2) (b) , the chief executive may consider an estuarine crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog if the crocodile has attacked, is about to attack, or is behaving aggressively towards, the aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or working dog. (sec.5-ssec.5) In this section— crocodile prevention barrier means a barrier that is reasonably likely to prevent crocodiles from passing over, through or under it.

(a) the crocodile has passed over, through or under a crocodile prevention barrier on land, other than land in a protected area, on which aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog normally live; and
(b) the chief executive considers the crocodile is, or is likely to become, a danger to the aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or working dog.
(a) the crocodile has attacked, is about to attack, or is behaving aggressively towards, a person; or
(b) the chief executive reasonably believes the nature of the crocodile’s location or behaviour makes the crocodile a threat, or a potential threat, to the safety or wellbeing of humans. Example for paragraph (b) — An estuarine crocodile is in an urban area, or a public area commonly used by persons for recreation and in which estuarine crocodiles do not normally live, and has been in the area for an extended period or is frequently in the area.

pt.2

Problem crocodiles

pt.2-div.1

Scheme for giving problem crocodiles to Queensland crocodile keepers

sec.6

Establishing scheme

sec.6 Establishing scheme

The chief executive may establish a scheme for giving problem crocodiles to eligible Queensland crocodile keepers. The chief executive must ensure the scheme— gives all Queensland crocodile keepers the same opportunity to become eligible to obtain a problem crocodile under the scheme; and allows a Queensland crocodile keeper to become eligible to obtain a problem crocodile under the scheme only if the keeper— intends to use problem crocodiles under a Queensland crocodile licence mainly for breeding or for displaying the crocodiles to the public; and has appropriate experience in keeping and using estuarine crocodiles in a way that complies with the Act ; and has appropriate facilities for keeping and using estuarine crocodiles; and if the keeper intends to display the crocodile under a Queensland crocodile licence—displays the crocodile for an approved display purpose and has a facility to display the crocodile in a way that complies with the Act ; and allows a Queensland crocodile keeper to become eligible to obtain an icon crocodile under the scheme only if the keeper is prepared to enter into an icon crocodile agreement for the crocodile; and provides for giving problem crocodiles to eligible Queensland crocodile keepers in a way that ensures the keepers have equitable access to problem crocodiles. a system under which each eligible Queensland crocodile keeper has a turn at obtaining a problem crocodile using an expression of interest process The chief executive must ensure a document containing the details of the scheme is available for public inspection, free of charge, during office hours on business days, at— the central office of the department; and each regional office of the department. (sec.6-ssec.1) The chief executive may establish a scheme for giving problem crocodiles to eligible Queensland crocodile keepers. (sec.6-ssec.2) The chief executive must ensure the scheme— gives all Queensland crocodile keepers the same opportunity to become eligible to obtain a problem crocodile under the scheme; and allows a Queensland crocodile keeper to become eligible to obtain a problem crocodile under the scheme only if the keeper— intends to use problem crocodiles under a Queensland crocodile licence mainly for breeding or for displaying the crocodiles to the public; and has appropriate experience in keeping and using estuarine crocodiles in a way that complies with the Act ; and has appropriate facilities for keeping and using estuarine crocodiles; and if the keeper intends to display the crocodile under a Queensland crocodile licence—displays the crocodile for an approved display purpose and has a facility to display the crocodile in a way that complies with the Act ; and allows a Queensland crocodile keeper to become eligible to obtain an icon crocodile under the scheme only if the keeper is prepared to enter into an icon crocodile agreement for the crocodile; and provides for giving problem crocodiles to eligible Queensland crocodile keepers in a way that ensures the keepers have equitable access to problem crocodiles. a system under which each eligible Queensland crocodile keeper has a turn at obtaining a problem crocodile using an expression of interest process (sec.6-ssec.3) The chief executive must ensure a document containing the details of the scheme is available for public inspection, free of charge, during office hours on business days, at— the central office of the department; and each regional office of the department.

(a) gives all Queensland crocodile keepers the same opportunity to become eligible to obtain a problem crocodile under the scheme; and
(b) allows a Queensland crocodile keeper to become eligible to obtain a problem crocodile under the scheme only if the keeper— (i) intends to use problem crocodiles under a Queensland crocodile licence mainly for breeding or for displaying the crocodiles to the public; and (ii) has appropriate experience in keeping and using estuarine crocodiles in a way that complies with the Act ; and (iii) has appropriate facilities for keeping and using estuarine crocodiles; and (iv) if the keeper intends to display the crocodile under a Queensland crocodile licence—displays the crocodile for an approved display purpose and has a facility to display the crocodile in a way that complies with the Act ; and
(i) intends to use problem crocodiles under a Queensland crocodile licence mainly for breeding or for displaying the crocodiles to the public; and
(ii) has appropriate experience in keeping and using estuarine crocodiles in a way that complies with the Act ; and
(iii) has appropriate facilities for keeping and using estuarine crocodiles; and
(iv) if the keeper intends to display the crocodile under a Queensland crocodile licence—displays the crocodile for an approved display purpose and has a facility to display the crocodile in a way that complies with the Act ; and
(c) allows a Queensland crocodile keeper to become eligible to obtain an icon crocodile under the scheme only if the keeper is prepared to enter into an icon crocodile agreement for the crocodile; and
(d) provides for giving problem crocodiles to eligible Queensland crocodile keepers in a way that ensures the keepers have equitable access to problem crocodiles. Examples for paragraph (d) — • a system under which each eligible Queensland crocodile keeper has a turn at obtaining a problem crocodile • using an expression of interest process
• a system under which each eligible Queensland crocodile keeper has a turn at obtaining a problem crocodile
• using an expression of interest process
(i) intends to use problem crocodiles under a Queensland crocodile licence mainly for breeding or for displaying the crocodiles to the public; and
(ii) has appropriate experience in keeping and using estuarine crocodiles in a way that complies with the Act ; and
(iii) has appropriate facilities for keeping and using estuarine crocodiles; and
(iv) if the keeper intends to display the crocodile under a Queensland crocodile licence—displays the crocodile for an approved display purpose and has a facility to display the crocodile in a way that complies with the Act ; and
• a system under which each eligible Queensland crocodile keeper has a turn at obtaining a problem crocodile
• using an expression of interest process
(a) the central office of the department; and
(b) each regional office of the department.

pt.2-div.2

Crocodile management authorities

sec.7

Persons to whom authority may be granted

sec.7 Persons to whom authority may be granted

The chief executive may grant, with or without conditions, a crocodile management authority to— an approved person; or a prescribed officer who is not a conservation officer.

(a) an approved person; or
(b) a prescribed officer who is not a conservation officer.

sec.8

Authority granted to approved persons authorising employees

sec.8 Authority granted to approved persons authorising employees

This section applies to a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person. The approved person may, before the authority is granted, ask the chief executive to grant the authority to authorise the approved person and an employee of the approved person to act under the authority. The chief executive may grant the authority to the approved person in a way that also authorises the employee to act under the authority if the chief executive is satisfied the employee is an approved person. The chief executive grants the authority in a way that also authorises the employee to act under the authority if the chief executive writes the employee’s name on the authority. (sec.8-ssec.1) This section applies to a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person. (sec.8-ssec.2) The approved person may, before the authority is granted, ask the chief executive to grant the authority to authorise the approved person and an employee of the approved person to act under the authority. (sec.8-ssec.3) The chief executive may grant the authority to the approved person in a way that also authorises the employee to act under the authority if the chief executive is satisfied the employee is an approved person. (sec.8-ssec.4) The chief executive grants the authority in a way that also authorises the employee to act under the authority if the chief executive writes the employee’s name on the authority.

sec.9

Authority granted to approved persons may be amended

sec.9 Authority granted to approved persons may be amended

This section applies to a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person. The holder of the crocodile management authority may ask the chief executive to amend the authority to— authorise an employee of the holder to act under the authority; or remove the authority of an employee, or former employee, who is authorised to act under the authority. The chief executive may amend the authority in the way requested by the holder. The chief executive amends the authority in a way that authorises the employee to act under the authority if the chief executive writes the employee’s name on the authority. The chief executive amends the authority in a way that removes the authority of the employee or former employee to act under the authority if the chief executive removes the name of the employee or former employee from the authority. (sec.9-ssec.1) This section applies to a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person. (sec.9-ssec.2) The holder of the crocodile management authority may ask the chief executive to amend the authority to— authorise an employee of the holder to act under the authority; or remove the authority of an employee, or former employee, who is authorised to act under the authority. (sec.9-ssec.3) The chief executive may amend the authority in the way requested by the holder. (sec.9-ssec.4) The chief executive amends the authority in a way that authorises the employee to act under the authority if the chief executive writes the employee’s name on the authority. (sec.9-ssec.5) The chief executive amends the authority in a way that removes the authority of the employee or former employee to act under the authority if the chief executive removes the name of the employee or former employee from the authority.

(a) authorise an employee of the holder to act under the authority; or
(b) remove the authority of an employee, or former employee, who is authorised to act under the authority.

sec.10

Maximum term of authority

sec.10 Maximum term of authority

The maximum term for a crocodile management authority is— for a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person—2 years; or for a crocodile management authority granted to a prescribed officer—3 years.

(a) for a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person—2 years; or
(b) for a crocodile management authority granted to a prescribed officer—3 years.

sec.11

Catching problem crocodiles under authority held by approved person

sec.11 Catching problem crocodiles under authority held by approved person

This section applies if the holder of a crocodile management authority is an approved person. The holder, or an employee of the holder authorised to act under the authority, may catch an estuarine crocodile under the authority, in the way stated on the authority, if the chief executive has given the holder a written notice identifying the crocodile as a problem crocodile. (sec.11-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a crocodile management authority is an approved person. (sec.11-ssec.2) The holder, or an employee of the holder authorised to act under the authority, may catch an estuarine crocodile under the authority, in the way stated on the authority, if the chief executive has given the holder a written notice identifying the crocodile as a problem crocodile.

sec.12

Catching, dealing with and euthanasing problem crocodiles under authority held by prescribed officer

sec.12 Catching, dealing with and euthanasing problem crocodiles under authority held by prescribed officer

This section applies if the holder of a crocodile management authority is a prescribed officer. The holder may— catch an estuarine crocodile under the authority, in the way stated on the authority, if the chief executive has given the holder a written notice identifying the crocodile as a problem crocodile; and after catching the crocodile, deal with the crocodile— in the way stated on the authority; or if the notice mentioned in paragraph (a) states a different way for dealing with the crocodile—in the way stated in the notice. Also, if the notice mentioned in subsection (2) (a) states the holder may euthanase the crocodile identified in the notice in a stated way, the holder may, under the authority, euthanase the crocodile in the stated way. The chief executive may give a notice stating the crocodile may be euthanased in a stated way only if the chief executive is satisfied it is necessary to euthanase the crocodile in the circumstances. the crocodile is in a remote location and has attacked, or is about to attack, a person (sec.12-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a crocodile management authority is a prescribed officer. (sec.12-ssec.2) The holder may— catch an estuarine crocodile under the authority, in the way stated on the authority, if the chief executive has given the holder a written notice identifying the crocodile as a problem crocodile; and after catching the crocodile, deal with the crocodile— in the way stated on the authority; or if the notice mentioned in paragraph (a) states a different way for dealing with the crocodile—in the way stated in the notice. (sec.12-ssec.3) Also, if the notice mentioned in subsection (2) (a) states the holder may euthanase the crocodile identified in the notice in a stated way, the holder may, under the authority, euthanase the crocodile in the stated way. (sec.12-ssec.4) The chief executive may give a notice stating the crocodile may be euthanased in a stated way only if the chief executive is satisfied it is necessary to euthanase the crocodile in the circumstances. the crocodile is in a remote location and has attacked, or is about to attack, a person

(a) catch an estuarine crocodile under the authority, in the way stated on the authority, if the chief executive has given the holder a written notice identifying the crocodile as a problem crocodile; and
(b) after catching the crocodile, deal with the crocodile— (i) in the way stated on the authority; or (ii) if the notice mentioned in paragraph (a) states a different way for dealing with the crocodile—in the way stated in the notice.
(i) in the way stated on the authority; or
(ii) if the notice mentioned in paragraph (a) states a different way for dealing with the crocodile—in the way stated in the notice.
(i) in the way stated on the authority; or
(ii) if the notice mentioned in paragraph (a) states a different way for dealing with the crocodile—in the way stated in the notice.

sec.13

Application of subdivision

sec.13 Application of subdivision

This subdivision applies if a crocodile management authority is granted to an approved person.

sec.14

Compliance with conditions of authority

sec.14 Compliance with conditions of authority

A person acting under the crocodile management authority must comply with the conditions of the authority unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—80 penalty units.

sec.15

Holder must start activities under authority

sec.15 Holder must start activities under authority

This section applies if the chief executive has given the holder of the crocodile management authority a written notice identifying a problem crocodile that may be caught under the authority. The holder must, within 72 hours after the day the notice is given— put the equipment to be used to catch the crocodile in place; or if the holder intends to catch the crocodile by using a method that does not involve the placement of equipment—take reasonable steps to ensure the crocodile is caught within a reasonable period. If the holder does not comply with subsection (2) , the chief executive may cancel the authority. Before acting under subsection (3) , the chief executive must— advise the holder that the chief executive proposes to cancel the authority under this section; and give the holder a reasonable opportunity to make a written submission to the chief executive about the proposed cancellation; and have regard to all submissions made by the holder. However, subsection (4) does not apply if the chief executive reasonably believes— complying with the subsection will adversely affect— the likelihood of catching the crocodile; or the likelihood of catching the crocodile before it attacks a person, aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog; and it is necessary that another person catch the crocodile. (sec.15-ssec.1) This section applies if the chief executive has given the holder of the crocodile management authority a written notice identifying a problem crocodile that may be caught under the authority. (sec.15-ssec.2) The holder must, within 72 hours after the day the notice is given— put the equipment to be used to catch the crocodile in place; or if the holder intends to catch the crocodile by using a method that does not involve the placement of equipment—take reasonable steps to ensure the crocodile is caught within a reasonable period. (sec.15-ssec.3) If the holder does not comply with subsection (2) , the chief executive may cancel the authority. (sec.15-ssec.4) Before acting under subsection (3) , the chief executive must— advise the holder that the chief executive proposes to cancel the authority under this section; and give the holder a reasonable opportunity to make a written submission to the chief executive about the proposed cancellation; and have regard to all submissions made by the holder. (sec.15-ssec.5) However, subsection (4) does not apply if the chief executive reasonably believes— complying with the subsection will adversely affect— the likelihood of catching the crocodile; or the likelihood of catching the crocodile before it attacks a person, aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog; and it is necessary that another person catch the crocodile.

(a) put the equipment to be used to catch the crocodile in place; or
(b) if the holder intends to catch the crocodile by using a method that does not involve the placement of equipment—take reasonable steps to ensure the crocodile is caught within a reasonable period.
(a) advise the holder that the chief executive proposes to cancel the authority under this section; and
(b) give the holder a reasonable opportunity to make a written submission to the chief executive about the proposed cancellation; and
(c) have regard to all submissions made by the holder.
(a) complying with the subsection will adversely affect— (i) the likelihood of catching the crocodile; or (ii) the likelihood of catching the crocodile before it attacks a person, aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog; and
(i) the likelihood of catching the crocodile; or
(ii) the likelihood of catching the crocodile before it attacks a person, aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog; and
(b) it is necessary that another person catch the crocodile.
(i) the likelihood of catching the crocodile; or
(ii) the likelihood of catching the crocodile before it attacks a person, aquaculture fisheries resources, stock or a working dog; and

sec.16

Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

sec.16 Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

A person who catches, keeps or moves a problem crocodile under the crocodile management authority or subdivision 4 must— catch, keep and move the crocodile in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code; and if required by the chief executive—catch, keep and move the crocodile in the presence of a conservation officer. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.

(a) catch, keep and move the crocodile in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code; and
(b) if required by the chief executive—catch, keep and move the crocodile in the presence of a conservation officer.

sec.17

Application of subdivision

sec.17 Application of subdivision

This subdivision applies if a crocodile management authority is granted to an approved person.

sec.18

Dealing with live problem crocodiles if direction given by chief executive

sec.18 Dealing with live problem crocodiles if direction given by chief executive

This section applies if— a person acting under the crocodile management authority catches a problem crocodile; and the crocodile is alive after it is caught; and the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a particular way. The person must deal with the crocodile in the way stated in the direction. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. A person who deals with a problem crocodile in the way stated in the direction is authorised under the Act to deal with the crocodile in that way. Without limiting the directions the chief executive may give for this section, the chief executive may direct a person who catches a problem crocodile under the crocodile management authority to move the crocodile— if the chief executive has given the crocodile to the person—to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under the Act ; or if the chief executive has given the crocodile to another person—to a place nominated by that person; or to a place nominated by the chief executive. However, if the approval of an entity is required before a problem crocodile may be moved into another State, the chief executive may give a direction to move the crocodile into that State only if— the approval of the entity has been given; or the chief executive is satisfied the approval of the entity will be given. (sec.18-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person acting under the crocodile management authority catches a problem crocodile; and the crocodile is alive after it is caught; and the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a particular way. (sec.18-ssec.2) The person must deal with the crocodile in the way stated in the direction. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.18-ssec.3) A person who deals with a problem crocodile in the way stated in the direction is authorised under the Act to deal with the crocodile in that way. (sec.18-ssec.4) Without limiting the directions the chief executive may give for this section, the chief executive may direct a person who catches a problem crocodile under the crocodile management authority to move the crocodile— if the chief executive has given the crocodile to the person—to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under the Act ; or if the chief executive has given the crocodile to another person—to a place nominated by that person; or to a place nominated by the chief executive. (sec.18-ssec.5) However, if the approval of an entity is required before a problem crocodile may be moved into another State, the chief executive may give a direction to move the crocodile into that State only if— the approval of the entity has been given; or the chief executive is satisfied the approval of the entity will be given.

(a) a person acting under the crocodile management authority catches a problem crocodile; and
(b) the crocodile is alive after it is caught; and
(c) the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a particular way.
(a) if the chief executive has given the crocodile to the person—to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under the Act ; or
(b) if the chief executive has given the crocodile to another person—to a place nominated by that person; or
(c) to a place nominated by the chief executive.
(a) the approval of the entity has been given; or
(b) the chief executive is satisfied the approval of the entity will be given.

sec.19

Keeping live problem crocodiles if no direction by chief executive

sec.19 Keeping live problem crocodiles if no direction by chief executive

This section applies if— a person acting under the crocodile management authority catches a problem crocodile; and the crocodile is alive after it is caught; and the chief executive has not directed the person to deal with the crocodile in a particular way under section 18 . The person must keep the crocodile in a way that ensures it— receives appropriate care; and is kept in the State and in isolation until the earlier of the following happens— 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed; a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. If asked by a conservation officer, the person, or an employee of the person, must help the conservation officer examine and tag the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. A person who keeps a problem crocodile in the way required under subsection (2) is authorised under the Act — to move the crocodile from the place where it was caught to the place where the crocodile is kept; and to keep the crocodile for the period allowed under the subsection. (sec.19-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person acting under the crocodile management authority catches a problem crocodile; and the crocodile is alive after it is caught; and the chief executive has not directed the person to deal with the crocodile in a particular way under section 18 . (sec.19-ssec.2) The person must keep the crocodile in a way that ensures it— receives appropriate care; and is kept in the State and in isolation until the earlier of the following happens— 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed; a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.19-ssec.3) If asked by a conservation officer, the person, or an employee of the person, must help the conservation officer examine and tag the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.19-ssec.4) A person who keeps a problem crocodile in the way required under subsection (2) is authorised under the Act — to move the crocodile from the place where it was caught to the place where the crocodile is kept; and to keep the crocodile for the period allowed under the subsection.

(a) a person acting under the crocodile management authority catches a problem crocodile; and
(b) the crocodile is alive after it is caught; and
(c) the chief executive has not directed the person to deal with the crocodile in a particular way under section 18 .
(a) receives appropriate care; and
(b) is kept in the State and in isolation until the earlier of the following happens— (i) 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed; (ii) a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile.
(i) 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed;
(ii) a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile.
(i) 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed;
(ii) a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile.
(a) to move the crocodile from the place where it was caught to the place where the crocodile is kept; and
(b) to keep the crocodile for the period allowed under the subsection.

sec.20

Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.20 Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

This section applies if a problem crocodile dies— during or immediately after its capture by a person acting under the crocodile management authority; or while it is being moved or kept under this subdivision by a person acting under the crocodile management authority. The person must— measure and photograph the crocodile; and deal with the crocodile— if the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive. burying the crocodile in an identifiable place Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. The person must— keep the photographs of the crocodile for 1 year after the crocodile’s death; and if asked by the chief executive, produce the photographs for inspection by the chief executive. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. A person who deals with a problem crocodile in a way mentioned in subsection (2) is authorised under the Act to deal with the crocodile in that way. (sec.20-ssec.1) This section applies if a problem crocodile dies— during or immediately after its capture by a person acting under the crocodile management authority; or while it is being moved or kept under this subdivision by a person acting under the crocodile management authority. (sec.20-ssec.2) The person must— measure and photograph the crocodile; and deal with the crocodile— if the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive. burying the crocodile in an identifiable place Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.20-ssec.3) The person must— keep the photographs of the crocodile for 1 year after the crocodile’s death; and if asked by the chief executive, produce the photographs for inspection by the chief executive. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.20-ssec.4) A person who deals with a problem crocodile in a way mentioned in subsection (2) is authorised under the Act to deal with the crocodile in that way.

(a) during or immediately after its capture by a person acting under the crocodile management authority; or
(b) while it is being moved or kept under this subdivision by a person acting under the crocodile management authority.
(a) measure and photograph the crocodile; and
(b) deal with the crocodile— (i) if the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or (ii) otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive. Example of way a problem crocodile can be disposed of under paragraph (b) (ii) — burying the crocodile in an identifiable place
(i) if the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or
(ii) otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive.
(i) if the chief executive gives the person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or
(ii) otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive.
(a) keep the photographs of the crocodile for 1 year after the crocodile’s death; and
(b) if asked by the chief executive, produce the photographs for inspection by the chief executive.

sec.21

Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.21 Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

A person who deals with a problem crocodile in a way mentioned in section 20 (2) (b) must, within 5 business days after the dealing, give the chief executive a written notice stating all of the following matters— details of the crocodile’s death; the size and other identification details of the crocodile known to the person; the way the crocodile has been dealt with under section 20 (2) (b) ; if the crocodile has been disposed of under section 20 (2) (b) (ii) —details of how the crocodile can be recovered by the chief executive. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.

(a) details of the crocodile’s death;
(b) the size and other identification details of the crocodile known to the person;
(c) the way the crocodile has been dealt with under section 20 (2) (b) ;
(d) if the crocodile has been disposed of under section 20 (2) (b) (ii) —details of how the crocodile can be recovered by the chief executive.

pt.2-div.3

Damage mitigation permits

sec.22

Additional purpose for which chief executive may grant permit

sec.22 Additional purpose for which chief executive may grant permit

This section states, for the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 162 (1) (c) , an additional purpose for which a damage mitigation permit may be granted. The chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit to authorise the catching of a problem crocodile. However, the chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit to authorise the catching of a problem crocodile only if the chief executive is satisfied— action under the permit will not detrimentally affect the survival of estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and the proposed way of catching the crocodile is humane and not likely to cause unnecessary suffering to the crocodile. s 22 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.22-ssec.1) This section states, for the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 162 (1) (c) , an additional purpose for which a damage mitigation permit may be granted. (sec.22-ssec.2) The chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit to authorise the catching of a problem crocodile. (sec.22-ssec.3) However, the chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit to authorise the catching of a problem crocodile only if the chief executive is satisfied— action under the permit will not detrimentally affect the survival of estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and the proposed way of catching the crocodile is humane and not likely to cause unnecessary suffering to the crocodile.

(a) action under the permit will not detrimentally affect the survival of estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and
(b) the proposed way of catching the crocodile is humane and not likely to cause unnecessary suffering to the crocodile.

sec.23

Restriction about persons to whom permit may be granted

sec.23 Restriction about persons to whom permit may be granted

The chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit for a problem crocodile only to— a Queensland crocodile keeper; or an interstate crocodile keeper. Also, if the approval of an entity is required before a problem crocodile may be moved into another State, the chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit to a person intending to keep the crocodile in that State only if— the approval of the entity has been given; or the chief executive is satisfied the approval of the entity will be given. (sec.23-ssec.1) The chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit for a problem crocodile only to— a Queensland crocodile keeper; or an interstate crocodile keeper. (sec.23-ssec.2) Also, if the approval of an entity is required before a problem crocodile may be moved into another State, the chief executive may grant a damage mitigation permit to a person intending to keep the crocodile in that State only if— the approval of the entity has been given; or the chief executive is satisfied the approval of the entity will be given.

(a) a Queensland crocodile keeper; or
(b) an interstate crocodile keeper.
(a) the approval of the entity has been given; or
(b) the chief executive is satisfied the approval of the entity will be given.

sec.24

Permit not to authorise release of problem crocodiles into the wild

sec.24 Permit not to authorise release of problem crocodiles into the wild

The chief executive must not grant a damage mitigation permit for a problem crocodile authorising the holder of the permit, or a relevant person for the holder, to release the crocodile into the wild. For an offence relating to the release of animals into the wild, see the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 336 . s 24 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.25

Maximum term of permit

sec.25 Maximum term of permit

The maximum term for a damage mitigation permit for a problem crocodile is 6 months.

sec.26

Catching and moving problem crocodiles authorised under permit

sec.26 Catching and moving problem crocodiles authorised under permit

This section states the activities authorised under a damage mitigation permit for a problem crocodile. The holder of the permit, or a relevant person for the holder, may— catch the problem crocodile identified on the permit; and move the problem crocodile identified on the permit from the place where it was caught to the place where the holder or relevant person intends to keep the crocodile under section 28 (2) . (sec.26-ssec.1) This section states the activities authorised under a damage mitigation permit for a problem crocodile. (sec.26-ssec.2) The holder of the permit, or a relevant person for the holder, may— catch the problem crocodile identified on the permit; and move the problem crocodile identified on the permit from the place where it was caught to the place where the holder or relevant person intends to keep the crocodile under section 28 (2) .

(a) catch the problem crocodile identified on the permit; and
(b) move the problem crocodile identified on the permit from the place where it was caught to the place where the holder or relevant person intends to keep the crocodile under section 28 (2) .

sec.27

Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

sec.27 Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

A person who catches, keeps or moves a problem crocodile under a damage mitigation permit or subdivision 4 must— catch, keep and move the crocodile in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code; and if required by the chief executive—catch, keep and move the crocodile in the presence of a conservation officer. See also the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 318 for the requirement to comply with the conditions of the permit. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. s 27 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

(a) catch, keep and move the crocodile in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code; and
(b) if required by the chief executive—catch, keep and move the crocodile in the presence of a conservation officer.

sec.28

Keeping live problem crocodiles

sec.28 Keeping live problem crocodiles

This section applies if— a person catches a problem crocodile under a damage mitigation permit; and the crocodile is alive after it is caught. The person must keep the crocodile in a way that ensures it— receives appropriate care; and is kept in the State and in isolation until the earlier of the following happens— 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed; a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. If asked by a conservation officer, the person, or an employee of the person, must help the conservation officer examine and tag the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. For subsection (2) (b) , if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper, the place where the crocodile is kept must be authorised premises for keeping estuarine crocodiles under the Queensland crocodile licence. After the expiry of the period under subsection (2) (b) for keeping the crocodile, the person— is taken to have accepted the crocodile from the chief executive; and must— if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper—keep the crocodile under the Queensland crocodile licence; or if the person is an interstate crocodile keeper—move the crocodile to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under a law of another State. A person who keeps a crocodile in the way required under subsection (2) is authorised under the Act to keep the crocodile for the period allowed under the subsection. (sec.28-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person catches a problem crocodile under a damage mitigation permit; and the crocodile is alive after it is caught. (sec.28-ssec.2) The person must keep the crocodile in a way that ensures it— receives appropriate care; and is kept in the State and in isolation until the earlier of the following happens— 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed; a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.28-ssec.3) If asked by a conservation officer, the person, or an employee of the person, must help the conservation officer examine and tag the crocodile. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.28-ssec.4) For subsection (2) (b) , if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper, the place where the crocodile is kept must be authorised premises for keeping estuarine crocodiles under the Queensland crocodile licence. (sec.28-ssec.5) After the expiry of the period under subsection (2) (b) for keeping the crocodile, the person— is taken to have accepted the crocodile from the chief executive; and must— if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper—keep the crocodile under the Queensland crocodile licence; or if the person is an interstate crocodile keeper—move the crocodile to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under a law of another State. (sec.28-ssec.6) A person who keeps a crocodile in the way required under subsection (2) is authorised under the Act to keep the crocodile for the period allowed under the subsection.

(a) a person catches a problem crocodile under a damage mitigation permit; and
(b) the crocodile is alive after it is caught.
(a) receives appropriate care; and
(b) is kept in the State and in isolation until the earlier of the following happens— (i) 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed; (ii) a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile.
(i) 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed;
(ii) a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile.
(i) 30 days after the crocodile was caught have passed;
(ii) a conservation officer examines and tags the crocodile.
(a) is taken to have accepted the crocodile from the chief executive; and
(b) must— (i) if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper—keep the crocodile under the Queensland crocodile licence; or (ii) if the person is an interstate crocodile keeper—move the crocodile to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under a law of another State.
(i) if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper—keep the crocodile under the Queensland crocodile licence; or
(ii) if the person is an interstate crocodile keeper—move the crocodile to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under a law of another State.
(i) if the person is a Queensland crocodile keeper—keep the crocodile under the Queensland crocodile licence; or
(ii) if the person is an interstate crocodile keeper—move the crocodile to the place where the person intends to keep the crocodile under a law of another State.

sec.29

Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.29 Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

This section applies if a problem crocodile dies— during or immediately after its capture by the holder of a damage mitigation permit or a relevant person for the holder; or while it is being moved under a damage mitigation permit, or kept under section 28 (2) , by the holder of the permit or a relevant person for the holder. The holder or relevant person must— measure and photograph the crocodile; and deal with the crocodile— if the chief executive gives the holder or relevant person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or if subparagraph (i) does not apply and the holder or relevant person is authorised to process the crocodile under the Act —by processing it, or disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive; or otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive. burying the crocodile in an identifiable place Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. The holder or relevant person must— keep the photographs of the crocodile for 1 year after the crocodile’s death; and if asked by the chief executive, produce the photographs for inspection by the chief executive. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. A person who deals with a problem crocodile in a way mentioned in subsection (2) is authorised under the Act to deal with the crocodile in that way. (sec.29-ssec.1) This section applies if a problem crocodile dies— during or immediately after its capture by the holder of a damage mitigation permit or a relevant person for the holder; or while it is being moved under a damage mitigation permit, or kept under section 28 (2) , by the holder of the permit or a relevant person for the holder. (sec.29-ssec.2) The holder or relevant person must— measure and photograph the crocodile; and deal with the crocodile— if the chief executive gives the holder or relevant person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or if subparagraph (i) does not apply and the holder or relevant person is authorised to process the crocodile under the Act —by processing it, or disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive; or otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive. burying the crocodile in an identifiable place Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.29-ssec.3) The holder or relevant person must— keep the photographs of the crocodile for 1 year after the crocodile’s death; and if asked by the chief executive, produce the photographs for inspection by the chief executive. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.29-ssec.4) A person who deals with a problem crocodile in a way mentioned in subsection (2) is authorised under the Act to deal with the crocodile in that way.

(a) during or immediately after its capture by the holder of a damage mitigation permit or a relevant person for the holder; or
(b) while it is being moved under a damage mitigation permit, or kept under section 28 (2) , by the holder of the permit or a relevant person for the holder.
(a) measure and photograph the crocodile; and
(b) deal with the crocodile— (i) if the chief executive gives the holder or relevant person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or (ii) if subparagraph (i) does not apply and the holder or relevant person is authorised to process the crocodile under the Act —by processing it, or disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive; or (iii) otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive. Example of way a problem crocodile can be disposed of under paragraph (b) (ii) or (iii) — burying the crocodile in an identifiable place
(i) if the chief executive gives the holder or relevant person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or
(ii) if subparagraph (i) does not apply and the holder or relevant person is authorised to process the crocodile under the Act —by processing it, or disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive; or
(iii) otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive.
(i) if the chief executive gives the holder or relevant person a written direction to deal with the crocodile in a stated way—in the stated way; or
(ii) if subparagraph (i) does not apply and the holder or relevant person is authorised to process the crocodile under the Act —by processing it, or disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive; or
(iii) otherwise—by disposing of it in a way that ensures it can be recovered by the chief executive.
(a) keep the photographs of the crocodile for 1 year after the crocodile’s death; and
(b) if asked by the chief executive, produce the photographs for inspection by the chief executive.

sec.30

Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.30 Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

A person who deals with a problem crocodile in a way mentioned in section 29 (2) (b) must, within 5 business days after the dealing, give the chief executive a written notice stating all of the following matters— details of the crocodile’s death; the size and other identification details of the crocodile known to the person; the way the crocodile has been dealt with under section 29 (2) (b) ; if the crocodile has been disposed of under section 29 (2) (b) (ii) or (iii) —details of how the crocodile can be recovered by the chief executive. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.

(a) details of the crocodile’s death;
(b) the size and other identification details of the crocodile known to the person;
(c) the way the crocodile has been dealt with under section 29 (2) (b) ;
(d) if the crocodile has been disposed of under section 29 (2) (b) (ii) or (iii) —details of how the crocodile can be recovered by the chief executive.

pt.2-div.4

No conservation value payable— Act , s 95

sec.31 No conservation value payable— Act , s 95

For section 95 (1) of the Act , the conservation value for a problem crocodile caught under a crocodile management authority or damage mitigation permit is nil.

sec.32

Chief executive may give problem crocodiles to particular persons

sec.32 Chief executive may give problem crocodiles to particular persons

This section applies if a problem crocodile is caught— by a person acting under a crocodile management authority; or by a conservation officer exercising a power or performing a function under the Act . The chief executive may give the problem crocodile to an eligible Queensland crocodile keeper if the keeper pays the chief executive an amount equal to— for a male estuarine crocodile—$1.43 for each centimetre, or part of a centimetre, of the length of the crocodile; or for a female estuarine crocodile—$2.85 for each centimetre, or part of a centimetre, of the length of the crocodile. An eligible Queensland crocodile keeper to whom a problem crocodile has been given under this section is authorised to— accept the crocodile for keeping under a Queensland crocodile licence; and move the crocodile to the place where it is to be kept under the licence. However, the chief executive may give an icon crocodile to an eligible Queensland crocodile keeper only if the keeper has entered into an icon crocodile agreement for the crocodile. An amount payable under subsection (2) is recoverable as a debt owing to the State. The chief executive may waive the payment of the whole or a part of an amount payable under subsection (2) . (sec.32-ssec.1) This section applies if a problem crocodile is caught— by a person acting under a crocodile management authority; or by a conservation officer exercising a power or performing a function under the Act . (sec.32-ssec.2) The chief executive may give the problem crocodile to an eligible Queensland crocodile keeper if the keeper pays the chief executive an amount equal to— for a male estuarine crocodile—$1.43 for each centimetre, or part of a centimetre, of the length of the crocodile; or for a female estuarine crocodile—$2.85 for each centimetre, or part of a centimetre, of the length of the crocodile. (sec.32-ssec.3) An eligible Queensland crocodile keeper to whom a problem crocodile has been given under this section is authorised to— accept the crocodile for keeping under a Queensland crocodile licence; and move the crocodile to the place where it is to be kept under the licence. (sec.32-ssec.4) However, the chief executive may give an icon crocodile to an eligible Queensland crocodile keeper only if the keeper has entered into an icon crocodile agreement for the crocodile. (sec.32-ssec.5) An amount payable under subsection (2) is recoverable as a debt owing to the State. (sec.32-ssec.6) The chief executive may waive the payment of the whole or a part of an amount payable under subsection (2) .

(a) by a person acting under a crocodile management authority; or
(b) by a conservation officer exercising a power or performing a function under the Act .
(a) for a male estuarine crocodile—$1.43 for each centimetre, or part of a centimetre, of the length of the crocodile; or
(b) for a female estuarine crocodile—$2.85 for each centimetre, or part of a centimetre, of the length of the crocodile.
(a) accept the crocodile for keeping under a Queensland crocodile licence; and
(b) move the crocodile to the place where it is to be kept under the licence.

pt.3

Harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs

pt.3-div.1

Preliminary

sec.33

Purpose of part

sec.33 Purpose of part

This part prescribes particular matters for harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs. Generally, this part— enables the chief executive to grant the licences; and imposes requirements for applications for the licences that apply in addition to the requirements stated in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and imposes restrictions on the grant of the licences that apply in addition to the restrictions stated in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and limits and extends activities authorised under the licences under the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and states matters about records for the licences, including for the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , chapter 8 , parts 2 and 3 ; and otherwise regulates activities under the licences. s 33 sub 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.33-ssec.1) This part prescribes particular matters for harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs. (sec.33-ssec.2) Generally, this part— enables the chief executive to grant the licences; and imposes requirements for applications for the licences that apply in addition to the requirements stated in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and imposes restrictions on the grant of the licences that apply in addition to the restrictions stated in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and limits and extends activities authorised under the licences under the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and states matters about records for the licences, including for the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , chapter 8 , parts 2 and 3 ; and otherwise regulates activities under the licences.

(a) enables the chief executive to grant the licences; and
(b) imposes requirements for applications for the licences that apply in addition to the requirements stated in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and
(c) imposes restrictions on the grant of the licences that apply in addition to the restrictions stated in the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and
(d) limits and extends activities authorised under the licences under the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 ; and
(e) states matters about records for the licences, including for the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , chapter 8 , parts 2 and 3 ; and
(f) otherwise regulates activities under the licences.

sec.34

Power to grant harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs

sec.34 Power to grant harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs

For the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 128 (1) (b) , the holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs may, subject to this plan, take an estuarine crocodile egg. See also the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 129 (a) . s 34 sub 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

pt.3-div.2

Additional requirements for applications

sec.35

Additional requirements for applications

sec.35 Additional requirements for applications

An application for a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs must be supported by— a harvesting proposal stating— the area from which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and the period during which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and the way in which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and a report of research conducted by an appropriately qualified person about the state of the estuarine crocodile population (the local crocodile population ) for the area mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , including, for example, a survey of the distribution and abundance of— adult estuarine crocodiles in the local crocodile population; and the nesting activity of the crocodiles. s 35 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

(a) a harvesting proposal stating— (i) the area from which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and (ii) the period during which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and (iii) the way in which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(i) the area from which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(ii) the period during which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(iii) the way in which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(b) a report of research conducted by an appropriately qualified person about the state of the estuarine crocodile population (the local crocodile population ) for the area mentioned in paragraph (a) (i) , including, for example, a survey of the distribution and abundance of— (i) adult estuarine crocodiles in the local crocodile population; and (ii) the nesting activity of the crocodiles.
(i) adult estuarine crocodiles in the local crocodile population; and
(ii) the nesting activity of the crocodiles.
(i) the area from which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(ii) the period during which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(iii) the way in which estuarine crocodile eggs will be taken under the licence; and
(i) adult estuarine crocodiles in the local crocodile population; and
(ii) the nesting activity of the crocodiles.

pt.3-div.3

Restrictions on grant of licences

sec.35A

Relationship with Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020

sec.35A Relationship with Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020

The restrictions on the grant of an animal authority under this division are in addition to the restrictions applying to the grant of the authority under the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 . See the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , chapter 4 and section 234 . s 35A ins 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.36

Restriction about persons to whom licences may be granted

sec.36 Restriction about persons to whom licences may be granted

The chief executive must not grant a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs to an individual younger than 18 years. s 36 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.37

General restriction on grant of licences

sec.37 General restriction on grant of licences

The chief executive may grant a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs only if the chief executive is satisfied the activities to be carried out under the licence are not likely to adversely affect the local crocodile population. s 37 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

pt.3-div.4

Limitation and extension of activities

sec.38

Holder may take only eggs

sec.38 Holder may take only eggs

The holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, may take only estuarine crocodile eggs under the licence. s 38 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.39

Way in which estuarine crocodile eggs may be taken

sec.39 Way in which estuarine crocodile eggs may be taken

This section states the way the holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, may take an estuarine crocodile egg under the licence. See also the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , sections 69 and 133 . The holder or relevant person must take an estuarine crocodile egg in a way that— causes minimal damage or disturbance to other wildlife or the environment; and complies with the Australian Crocodile Code. s 39 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.39-ssec.1) This section states the way the holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, may take an estuarine crocodile egg under the licence. See also the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , sections 69 and 133 . (sec.39-ssec.2) The holder or relevant person must take an estuarine crocodile egg in a way that— causes minimal damage or disturbance to other wildlife or the environment; and complies with the Australian Crocodile Code.

(a) causes minimal damage or disturbance to other wildlife or the environment; and
(b) complies with the Australian Crocodile Code.

sec.40

Limitation on keeping and using estuarine crocodile eggs

sec.40 Limitation on keeping and using estuarine crocodile eggs

The holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, may— keep an estuarine crocodile egg taken under the licence only for the purpose of selling or giving the egg to an authorised buyer; and use an estuarine crocodile egg taken under the licence only by selling or giving the egg to an authorised buyer. s 40 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

(a) keep an estuarine crocodile egg taken under the licence only for the purpose of selling or giving the egg to an authorised buyer; and
(b) use an estuarine crocodile egg taken under the licence only by selling or giving the egg to an authorised buyer.

sec.41

Limitation on moving estuarine crocodile eggs

sec.41 Limitation on moving estuarine crocodile eggs

The holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, may move an estuarine crocodile egg only in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code. s 41 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.42

Dealing with estuarine crocodile eggs that are not viable

sec.42 Dealing with estuarine crocodile eggs that are not viable

This section applies if the holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, takes an estuarine crocodile egg that is identified as not viable. the egg is damaged or destroyed the embryo inside the egg dies The holder or relevant person may dispose of the egg. s 42 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.42-ssec.1) This section applies if the holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs, or a relevant person for the holder, takes an estuarine crocodile egg that is identified as not viable. the egg is damaged or destroyed the embryo inside the egg dies (sec.42-ssec.2) The holder or relevant person may dispose of the egg.

• the egg is damaged or destroyed
• the embryo inside the egg dies

pt.3-div.5

Records and returns of operations

sec.43

Information that must be included in record

sec.43 Information that must be included in record

For the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 346 (a) , the following information must be included in the record for a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs— for each estuarine crocodile nest inspected for the purpose of taking estuarine crocodile eggs under the licence— the date on which the nest is inspected; and the name, if any, of the place where the nest is located; and the identification number assigned to the nest; and the latitude and longitude coordinates of the nest; and the condition of the nest; and with eggs, without eggs, hatched eggs, eggs preyed upon the number of eggs taken from the nest; and the number of eggs remaining in the nest; if estuarine crocodile eggs are sold or given away under the licence— the name and contact details of the authorised buyer to whom the eggs are sold or given away; and the number of eggs sold or given away; and the date on which the eggs are sold or given away; if estuarine crocodile eggs taken under the licence are identified as not viable— the number of eggs identified as not viable; and the date on which the eggs are identified as not viable. See the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 338 , for the requirement about complete and accurate information in records. s 43 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 ; 2022 SL No. 37 s 31

(a) for each estuarine crocodile nest inspected for the purpose of taking estuarine crocodile eggs under the licence— (i) the date on which the nest is inspected; and (ii) the name, if any, of the place where the nest is located; and (iii) the identification number assigned to the nest; and (iv) the latitude and longitude coordinates of the nest; and (v) the condition of the nest; and Examples of nest conditions— with eggs, without eggs, hatched eggs, eggs preyed upon (vi) the number of eggs taken from the nest; and (vii) the number of eggs remaining in the nest;
(i) the date on which the nest is inspected; and
(ii) the name, if any, of the place where the nest is located; and
(iii) the identification number assigned to the nest; and
(iv) the latitude and longitude coordinates of the nest; and
(v) the condition of the nest; and Examples of nest conditions— with eggs, without eggs, hatched eggs, eggs preyed upon
(vi) the number of eggs taken from the nest; and
(vii) the number of eggs remaining in the nest;
(b) if estuarine crocodile eggs are sold or given away under the licence— (i) the name and contact details of the authorised buyer to whom the eggs are sold or given away; and (ii) the number of eggs sold or given away; and (iii) the date on which the eggs are sold or given away;
(i) the name and contact details of the authorised buyer to whom the eggs are sold or given away; and
(ii) the number of eggs sold or given away; and
(iii) the date on which the eggs are sold or given away;
(c) if estuarine crocodile eggs taken under the licence are identified as not viable— (i) the number of eggs identified as not viable; and (ii) the date on which the eggs are identified as not viable.
(i) the number of eggs identified as not viable; and
(ii) the date on which the eggs are identified as not viable.
(i) the date on which the nest is inspected; and
(ii) the name, if any, of the place where the nest is located; and
(iii) the identification number assigned to the nest; and
(iv) the latitude and longitude coordinates of the nest; and
(v) the condition of the nest; and Examples of nest conditions— with eggs, without eggs, hatched eggs, eggs preyed upon
(vi) the number of eggs taken from the nest; and
(vii) the number of eggs remaining in the nest;
(i) the name and contact details of the authorised buyer to whom the eggs are sold or given away; and
(ii) the number of eggs sold or given away; and
(iii) the date on which the eggs are sold or given away;
(i) the number of eggs identified as not viable; and
(ii) the date on which the eggs are identified as not viable.

sec.44

When information must be included in record

sec.44 When information must be included in record

For the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 347 (a) , the information mentioned in section 43 must be included in the record for a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs— for information mentioned in section 43 (a) —the day the estuarine crocodile nest is inspected; or for information mentioned in section 43 (b) —the day the eggs are sold or given away; or for information mentioned in section 43 (c) —the day the eggs are identified as not viable. s 44 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

(a) for information mentioned in section 43 (a) —the day the estuarine crocodile nest is inspected; or
(b) for information mentioned in section 43 (b) —the day the eggs are sold or given away; or
(c) for information mentioned in section 43 (c) —the day the eggs are identified as not viable.

sec.45

Returns of operations

sec.45 Returns of operations

For the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 348 (3) , the holder of a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs must ensure the return of operations for the licence is given to the chief executive— for the period starting when the term of the licence starts and ending on the earlier of the following— the expiry of the licence; the day on which all, or any remaining, estuarine crocodile eggs taken under the licence are sold, given away or otherwise disposed of; and within 30 business days after the period mentioned in paragraph (a) ends. Maximum penalty—120 penalty units. s 45 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

(a) for the period starting when the term of the licence starts and ending on the earlier of the following— (i) the expiry of the licence; (ii) the day on which all, or any remaining, estuarine crocodile eggs taken under the licence are sold, given away or otherwise disposed of; and
(i) the expiry of the licence;
(ii) the day on which all, or any remaining, estuarine crocodile eggs taken under the licence are sold, given away or otherwise disposed of; and
(b) within 30 business days after the period mentioned in paragraph (a) ends.
(i) the expiry of the licence;
(ii) the day on which all, or any remaining, estuarine crocodile eggs taken under the licence are sold, given away or otherwise disposed of; and

sec.46

Period for which particular documents must be kept

sec.46 Period for which particular documents must be kept

This section applies if a person is required, under the Act , to keep a record, or a copy of a record— to which the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 345 (1) applies; and that relates to a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs. For the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 337 , definition required period , paragraph (a) (i) , the record or copy must be kept for 5 years after the person— if the person is the holder of the licence—stops holding the licence; or otherwise—stops carrying out the activity to which the record or copy relates. s 46 sub 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.46-ssec.1) This section applies if a person is required, under the Act , to keep a record, or a copy of a record— to which the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 345 (1) applies; and that relates to a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs. (sec.46-ssec.2) For the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 337 , definition required period , paragraph (a) (i) , the record or copy must be kept for 5 years after the person— if the person is the holder of the licence—stops holding the licence; or otherwise—stops carrying out the activity to which the record or copy relates.

(a) to which the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 345 (1) applies; and
(b) that relates to a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs.
(a) if the person is the holder of the licence—stops holding the licence; or
(b) otherwise—stops carrying out the activity to which the record or copy relates.

pt.4

Provisions about particular authorities for crocodiles

pt.4-div.1

Limitation of activities authorised under particular animal authorities

sec.47

Purpose of division

sec.47 Purpose of division

This division limits the activities authorised under animal authorities for crocodiles. s 47 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.48

Limited interaction under interaction licences

sec.48 Limited interaction under interaction licences

The holder of an interaction licence for an estuarine crocodile, or a relevant person for the holder, may engage in a commercial interaction with an estuarine crocodile in the wild under the licence only to the extent the interaction does not disturb or interfere with the crocodile. See also the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020 , section 145 . s 48 sub 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8

sec.49

Limited uses under particular animal authorities

sec.49 Limited uses under particular animal authorities

This section applies to— the holder of an animal authority for an estuarine crocodile, other than a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs; or a relevant person for the holder. The holder or relevant person may only use an estuarine crocodile under the authority to the extent the use is— breeding the crocodile; or for a crocodile that has never attacked a person in the wild—displaying the crocodile; or for a crocodile that has never been a problem crocodile—processing the crocodile; or for a crocodile that has been a problem crocodile, but is not suitable for breeding—processing the crocodile; or selling or giving the crocodile to another person; or another use for a purpose other than a commercial purpose. However, subsection (2) does not extend the activities the holder or relevant person may carry out under the authority. Subsection (2) (c) and (d) does not authorise the holder of an animal authority mentioned in subsection (1) (a) , or a relevant person for the holder, to process an estuarine crocodile under the authority if the holder or relevant person is not otherwise authorised to process the crocodile under the Act . For subsection (2) (d) , an estuarine crocodile that has been a problem crocodile is not suitable for breeding if it is not possible to breed the crocodile in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code. s 49 sub 2020 SL No. 136 s 429 (sec.49-ssec.1) This section applies to— the holder of an animal authority for an estuarine crocodile, other than a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs; or a relevant person for the holder. (sec.49-ssec.2) The holder or relevant person may only use an estuarine crocodile under the authority to the extent the use is— breeding the crocodile; or for a crocodile that has never attacked a person in the wild—displaying the crocodile; or for a crocodile that has never been a problem crocodile—processing the crocodile; or for a crocodile that has been a problem crocodile, but is not suitable for breeding—processing the crocodile; or selling or giving the crocodile to another person; or another use for a purpose other than a commercial purpose. (sec.49-ssec.3) However, subsection (2) does not extend the activities the holder or relevant person may carry out under the authority. Subsection (2) (c) and (d) does not authorise the holder of an animal authority mentioned in subsection (1) (a) , or a relevant person for the holder, to process an estuarine crocodile under the authority if the holder or relevant person is not otherwise authorised to process the crocodile under the Act . (sec.49-ssec.4) For subsection (2) (d) , an estuarine crocodile that has been a problem crocodile is not suitable for breeding if it is not possible to breed the crocodile in a way that complies with the Australian Crocodile Code.

(a) the holder of an animal authority for an estuarine crocodile, other than a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs; or
(b) a relevant person for the holder.
(a) breeding the crocodile; or
(b) for a crocodile that has never attacked a person in the wild—displaying the crocodile; or
(c) for a crocodile that has never been a problem crocodile—processing the crocodile; or
(d) for a crocodile that has been a problem crocodile, but is not suitable for breeding—processing the crocodile; or
(e) selling or giving the crocodile to another person; or
(f) another use for a purpose other than a commercial purpose.

pt.4-div.2

Carrying out activities under authorities

sec.50

Particular estuarine crocodiles must be tagged and marked

sec.50 Particular estuarine crocodiles must be tagged and marked

This section applies if a person keeps, under an animal authority or an exhibited animal authority, an estuarine crocodile that has attacked a person in the wild. The holder of the authority must tag and mark the crocodile in a way approved by the chief executive for identifying crocodiles that have attacked a person in the wild. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. s 50 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 (sec.50-ssec.1) This section applies if a person keeps, under an animal authority or an exhibited animal authority, an estuarine crocodile that has attacked a person in the wild. (sec.50-ssec.2) The holder of the authority must tag and mark the crocodile in a way approved by the chief executive for identifying crocodiles that have attacked a person in the wild. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units.

sec.51

Complying with conditions of icon crocodile agreement

sec.51 Complying with conditions of icon crocodile agreement

This section applies to a Queensland crocodile keeper who has entered into an icon crocodile agreement for an icon crocodile. The keeper must comply with each conservation condition of the agreement. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. In this section— conservation condition , of an icon crocodile agreement for an icon crocodile, means a condition of the agreement identified as— a condition directed at helping the conservation of estuarine crocodiles; and a conservation condition for this section. (sec.51-ssec.1) This section applies to a Queensland crocodile keeper who has entered into an icon crocodile agreement for an icon crocodile. (sec.51-ssec.2) The keeper must comply with each conservation condition of the agreement. Maximum penalty—20 penalty units. (sec.51-ssec.3) In this section— conservation condition , of an icon crocodile agreement for an icon crocodile, means a condition of the agreement identified as— a condition directed at helping the conservation of estuarine crocodiles; and a conservation condition for this section.

(a) a condition directed at helping the conservation of estuarine crocodiles; and
(b) a conservation condition for this section.

pt.4A

Offences to prevent interactions with crocodiles

sec.51A

Proximity to estuarine crocodiles in the wild

sec.51A Proximity to estuarine crocodiles in the wild

This section applies in relation to an estuarine crocodile in the wild. A person must not, without a reasonable excuse, operate a boat or drive a vehicle within 10m of an estuarine crocodile. a person operating a boat is passing an estuarine crocodile in a river and the distance between the crocodile and each bank of the river is less than 10m Maximum penalty—100 penalty units. A person on land must not, without a reasonable excuse, remain within 10m of an estuarine crocodile that is on or partly on land. Maximum penalty—100 penalty units. Subsections (2) and (3) do not apply to— a person operating a boat or vehicle within 10m of an estuarine crocodile while conducting a crocodile viewing commercial activity in a way that complies with the commercial crocodile viewing code; or a person operating a boat or driving a vehicle to take estuarine crocodile eggs, or inspect an estuarine crocodile nest for taking estuarine crocodile eggs, under a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs. In this section— commercial crocodile viewing code means the document called ‘Code of practice—commercial crocodile viewing’, approved by the chief executive under section 174A of the Act . crocodile viewing commercial activity means an activity— that involves carrying people in a boat or vehicle to watch estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and that is conducted for a commercial purpose. s 51A ins 2024 SL No. 196 s 46 (sec.51A-ssec.1) This section applies in relation to an estuarine crocodile in the wild. (sec.51A-ssec.2) A person must not, without a reasonable excuse, operate a boat or drive a vehicle within 10m of an estuarine crocodile. a person operating a boat is passing an estuarine crocodile in a river and the distance between the crocodile and each bank of the river is less than 10m Maximum penalty—100 penalty units. (sec.51A-ssec.3) A person on land must not, without a reasonable excuse, remain within 10m of an estuarine crocodile that is on or partly on land. Maximum penalty—100 penalty units. (sec.51A-ssec.4) Subsections (2) and (3) do not apply to— a person operating a boat or vehicle within 10m of an estuarine crocodile while conducting a crocodile viewing commercial activity in a way that complies with the commercial crocodile viewing code; or a person operating a boat or driving a vehicle to take estuarine crocodile eggs, or inspect an estuarine crocodile nest for taking estuarine crocodile eggs, under a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs. (sec.51A-ssec.5) In this section— commercial crocodile viewing code means the document called ‘Code of practice—commercial crocodile viewing’, approved by the chief executive under section 174A of the Act . crocodile viewing commercial activity means an activity— that involves carrying people in a boat or vehicle to watch estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and that is conducted for a commercial purpose.

(a) a person operating a boat or vehicle within 10m of an estuarine crocodile while conducting a crocodile viewing commercial activity in a way that complies with the commercial crocodile viewing code; or
(b) a person operating a boat or driving a vehicle to take estuarine crocodile eggs, or inspect an estuarine crocodile nest for taking estuarine crocodile eggs, under a harvesting licence for estuarine crocodile eggs.
(a) that involves carrying people in a boat or vehicle to watch estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and
(b) that is conducted for a commercial purpose.

sec.51B

Power to direct person to move away from estuarine crocodile

sec.51B Power to direct person to move away from estuarine crocodile

This section prescribes, for section 154 (1) (e) of the Act , a power a conservation officer may exercise in relation to an estuarine crocodile. The conservation officer may give a person a direction to move away from the estuarine crocodile if the officer considers that the direction is necessary to protect or otherwise deal with the crocodile. The conservation officer must tell the person the reason for giving the direction. A person given a direction under subsection (2) must comply with the direction unless the person has a reasonable excuse for not complying with it. Maximum penalty—100 penalty units. s 51B ins 2024 SL No. 196 s 46 (sec.51B-ssec.1) This section prescribes, for section 154 (1) (e) of the Act , a power a conservation officer may exercise in relation to an estuarine crocodile. (sec.51B-ssec.2) The conservation officer may give a person a direction to move away from the estuarine crocodile if the officer considers that the direction is necessary to protect or otherwise deal with the crocodile. (sec.51B-ssec.3) The conservation officer must tell the person the reason for giving the direction. (sec.51B-ssec.4) A person given a direction under subsection (2) must comply with the direction unless the person has a reasonable excuse for not complying with it. Maximum penalty—100 penalty units.

sec.51C

Discarding animals that may attract or feed estuarine crocodiles

sec.51C Discarding animals that may attract or feed estuarine crocodiles

A person must not, without a reasonable excuse, discard an animal, or part of an animal, at a relevant public place in a way that may attract or provide food for an estuarine crocodile. dropping fish carcasses into a river from a boat ramp that has a sign warning of the presence of estuarine crocodiles Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. In this section— relevant public place means a public place that— is a boat ramp, jetty, pontoon, or camping area or park adjacent to water; and has a sign at the place warning of the presence of estuarine crocodiles at or in the vicinity of the place. s 51C ins 2024 SL No. 196 s 46 (sec.51C-ssec.1) A person must not, without a reasonable excuse, discard an animal, or part of an animal, at a relevant public place in a way that may attract or provide food for an estuarine crocodile. dropping fish carcasses into a river from a boat ramp that has a sign warning of the presence of estuarine crocodiles Maximum penalty—40 penalty units. (sec.51C-ssec.2) In this section— relevant public place means a public place that— is a boat ramp, jetty, pontoon, or camping area or park adjacent to water; and has a sign at the place warning of the presence of estuarine crocodiles at or in the vicinity of the place.

(a) is a boat ramp, jetty, pontoon, or camping area or park adjacent to water; and
(b) has a sign at the place warning of the presence of estuarine crocodiles at or in the vicinity of the place.

pt.5

Other provisions about estuarine crocodiles

sec.52

Procedure on accidental catching or taking of estuarine crocodiles

sec.52 Procedure on accidental catching or taking of estuarine crocodiles

This section applies if— a person acting under a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person, or a damage mitigation permit, accidentally catches an estuarine crocodile, other than a problem crocodile; or a person takes an estuarine crocodile in the course of a lawful activity that was not directed towards taking the crocodile. The person must immediately notify a conservation officer about the crocodile and the circumstances in which it was caught or taken. Maximum penalty—120 penalty units. Also, the person must— if the conservation officer directs the person to deal with the crocodile in a particular way—deal with the crocodile in the way directed; or if paragraph (a) does not apply—return the crocodile to the place where it was caught or taken within 24 hours after it was caught or taken. Maximum penalty—120 penalty units. A conservation officer may give a direction under subsection (3) (a) only if the direction is reasonable in the circumstances. (sec.52-ssec.1) This section applies if— a person acting under a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person, or a damage mitigation permit, accidentally catches an estuarine crocodile, other than a problem crocodile; or a person takes an estuarine crocodile in the course of a lawful activity that was not directed towards taking the crocodile. (sec.52-ssec.2) The person must immediately notify a conservation officer about the crocodile and the circumstances in which it was caught or taken. Maximum penalty—120 penalty units. (sec.52-ssec.3) Also, the person must— if the conservation officer directs the person to deal with the crocodile in a particular way—deal with the crocodile in the way directed; or if paragraph (a) does not apply—return the crocodile to the place where it was caught or taken within 24 hours after it was caught or taken. Maximum penalty—120 penalty units. (sec.52-ssec.4) A conservation officer may give a direction under subsection (3) (a) only if the direction is reasonable in the circumstances.

(a) a person acting under a crocodile management authority granted to an approved person, or a damage mitigation permit, accidentally catches an estuarine crocodile, other than a problem crocodile; or
(b) a person takes an estuarine crocodile in the course of a lawful activity that was not directed towards taking the crocodile.
(a) if the conservation officer directs the person to deal with the crocodile in a particular way—deal with the crocodile in the way directed; or
(b) if paragraph (a) does not apply—return the crocodile to the place where it was caught or taken within 24 hours after it was caught or taken.

sec.53

Section sec.53

s 53 amd 2020 SL No. 136 s 442 sch 8 om 2024 SL No. 196 s 47

sec.54

Interfering with crocodile traps

sec.54 Interfering with crocodile traps

A person must not interfere with, or attempt to interfere with, a crocodile trap being used by the holder of a crocodile management authority or an authorised person unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—165 penalty units. Subsection (1) does not apply to the holder of a crocodile management authority or an authorised person. In this section— crocodile trap means an appliance designed for catching crocodiles. interfere with , a crocodile trap, includes the following— releasing a crocodile caught in the trap; triggering the operation of the trap; moving the trap; climbing, standing or jumping on the trap; damaging, destroying or modifying the trap; damaging, destroying, defacing or modifying a sign attached to the trap; misusing the trap. s 54 amd 2024 SL No. 196 s 48 (sec.54-ssec.1) A person must not interfere with, or attempt to interfere with, a crocodile trap being used by the holder of a crocodile management authority or an authorised person unless the person has a reasonable excuse. Maximum penalty—165 penalty units. (sec.54-ssec.2) Subsection (1) does not apply to the holder of a crocodile management authority or an authorised person. (sec.54-ssec.3) In this section— crocodile trap means an appliance designed for catching crocodiles. interfere with , a crocodile trap, includes the following— releasing a crocodile caught in the trap; triggering the operation of the trap; moving the trap; climbing, standing or jumping on the trap; damaging, destroying or modifying the trap; damaging, destroying, defacing or modifying a sign attached to the trap; misusing the trap.

(a) releasing a crocodile caught in the trap;
(b) triggering the operation of the trap;
(c) moving the trap;
(d) climbing, standing or jumping on the trap;
(e) damaging, destroying or modifying the trap;
(f) damaging, destroying, defacing or modifying a sign attached to the trap;
(g) misusing the trap.

pt.6

Repeal provision

sec.55

Repeal

sec.55 Repeal

The Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2007 , SL No. 300 is repealed.

pt.7

Transitional provisions

sec.56

Definition for part

sec.56 Definition for part

In this part— repealed plan means the repealed Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2007 as in force immediately before the commencement.

sec.57

Existing crocodile management authorities

sec.57 Existing crocodile management authorities

A crocodile management authority granted before the commencement under the repealed plan is taken to be a crocodile management authority granted under this plan.

sec.58

Problem crocodiles and icon crocodiles

sec.58 Problem crocodiles and icon crocodiles

An estuarine crocodile that was a problem crocodile or icon crocodile under the repealed plan is taken to be a problem crocodile or icon crocodile under this plan.

sec.59

Authorised activities, uses, conditions and limitations

sec.59 Authorised activities, uses, conditions and limitations

For a crocodile management authority or wildlife authority for estuarine crocodiles granted before the commencement, an authorised activity, use, condition or limitation for the authority under the repealed plan is taken to be an authorised activity, use, condition or limitation for the authority under this plan.

sec.60

Directions given under repealed plan

sec.60 Directions given under repealed plan

A direction given by the chief executive or a conservation officer before the commencement under the repealed plan is taken to be a direction given under this plan.

sec.61

Procedures for problem crocodiles caught before commencement

sec.61 Procedures for problem crocodiles caught before commencement

Part 2, division 2, subdivision 4 applies to a person if the person caught a problem crocodile under a crocodile management authority before the commencement. Part 2, division 3, subdivision 4 applies to a person if the person caught a problem crocodile under a damage mitigation permit before the commencement. (sec.61-ssec.1) Part 2, division 2, subdivision 4 applies to a person if the person caught a problem crocodile under a crocodile management authority before the commencement. (sec.61-ssec.2) Part 2, division 3, subdivision 4 applies to a person if the person caught a problem crocodile under a damage mitigation permit before the commencement.

sec.62

Icon crocodile agreements

sec.62 Icon crocodile agreements

An icon crocodile agreement entered into under the repealed plan is taken to be an icon crocodile agreement under this plan.

sec.63

References to repealed plan

sec.63 References to repealed plan

In an instrument, a reference to the repealed plan is taken, if the context permits, to be a reference to this plan.

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pt.1 Preliminary

Preliminary

sec.1 Short title

This conservation plan may be cited as the Nature Conservation (Estuarine Crocodile) Conservation Plan 2018 .

sec.2 Relationship with declared management intent— Act , s 121

Section 121 (2) of the Act does not apply to this plan.

sec.3 Purposes of plan

(a) conserve viable populations of estuarine crocodiles in the wild; and
(b) protect humans from problem crocodiles; and
(c) prevent the loss of aquaculture fisheries resources, stock and working dogs from problem crocodile attacks; and
(d) ensure the commercial use of estuarine crocodiles is ecologically sustainable.

Deep Dive

What it does

Current sections

Preliminary

Preliminary

Short title

sec.1 Short title

Relationship with declared management intent— Act , s&#160;121

sec.2 Relationship with declared management intent— Act , s 121

Purposes of plan

sec.3 Purposes of plan

Interpretation

sec.4 Interpretation

Meaning of problem crocodile

sec.5 Meaning of problem crocodile

Problem crocodiles

Problem crocodiles

Scheme for giving problem crocodiles to Queensland crocodile keepers

Scheme for giving problem crocodiles to Queensland crocodile keepers

Establishing scheme

sec.6 Establishing scheme

Crocodile management authorities

Crocodile management authorities

Persons to whom authority may be granted

sec.7 Persons to whom authority may be granted

Authority granted to approved persons authorising employees

sec.8 Authority granted to approved persons authorising employees

Authority granted to approved persons may be amended

sec.9 Authority granted to approved persons may be amended

Maximum term of authority

sec.10 Maximum term of authority

Catching problem crocodiles under authority held by approved person

sec.11 Catching problem crocodiles under authority held by approved person

Catching, dealing with and euthanasing problem crocodiles under authority held by prescribed officer

sec.12 Catching, dealing with and euthanasing problem crocodiles under authority held by prescribed officer

Application of subdivision

sec.13 Application of subdivision

Compliance with conditions of authority

sec.14 Compliance with conditions of authority

Holder must start activities under authority

sec.15 Holder must start activities under authority

Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

sec.16 Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

Application of subdivision

sec.17 Application of subdivision

Dealing with live problem crocodiles if direction given by chief executive

sec.18 Dealing with live problem crocodiles if direction given by chief executive

Keeping live problem crocodiles if no direction by chief executive

sec.19 Keeping live problem crocodiles if no direction by chief executive

Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.20 Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.21 Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

Damage mitigation permits

Damage mitigation permits

Additional purpose for which chief executive may grant permit

sec.22 Additional purpose for which chief executive may grant permit

Restriction about persons to whom permit may be granted

sec.23 Restriction about persons to whom permit may be granted

Permit not to authorise release of problem crocodiles into the wild

sec.24 Permit not to authorise release of problem crocodiles into the wild

Maximum term of permit

sec.25 Maximum term of permit

Catching and moving problem crocodiles authorised under permit

sec.26 Catching and moving problem crocodiles authorised under permit

Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

sec.27 Way problem crocodiles may be caught, kept and moved generally

Keeping live problem crocodiles

sec.28 Keeping live problem crocodiles

Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.29 Dealing with dead problem crocodiles

Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

sec.30 Report to chief executive about dealing with dead problem crocodiles

Other provisions about problem crocodiles

Other provisions about problem crocodiles

No conservation value payable— Act , s&#160;95

sec.31 No conservation value payable— Act , s 95

Chief executive may give problem crocodiles to particular persons

sec.32 Chief executive may give problem crocodiles to particular persons

Harvesting licences for estuarine crocodile eggs

Relationship with declared management intent— Act , s 121

No conservation value payable— Act , s 95