Michael Donnelly

Supporting the RSPCA & Animal Welfare League but with strong recommendations for change in the areas of transparency, accountability and seeking an independent auditor such an ombudsman or review committee. You can view our submission and editions of ‘ACE’ on our Media & Documents page

Supporting both circus & marine parks where best welfare practices have been proven, in addition to seeking assurances animals in other ‘mobile’ shows or exhibitions are not included or affected in the future. You can view our submission and editions of ‘ACE’ on our Media & Documents page

Animal Care Australia supports continual improvements in animal welfare. Trespassing and stealing animals does not result in improved animal welfare. For the good of all animals and support of farmers, these actions that are in other circumstances considered illegal should be discouraged and the offenders appropriately penalised. This is why Animal Care Australia has responded … Read more

ACA responded to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Draft 2019 in Victoria, Changes proposed cover a broad spectrum of dealing with pests species. The proposes include changes to trapping, fruit-netting, the use of electronic devices, transporting animals and much more. We’ll keep you updated on the outcome of the Inquiry through ‘ACE’ – our … Read more

ACA responded to the current Draft Keeping of Animals Policy which currently proposes limitations on the number of pets each household may keep. We’ll keep you updated on the outcome of the Inquiry through ‘ACE’ – our quarterly newsletter. You can view our submission and editions of ‘ACE’ on our Media & Documents page