Beginning a Life in Australia Welcome to Australia dss1690. 12. 15 Edition date
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Firearms and KnivesCarrying weapons such as knives or guns is against the law in Australia. You must have a license to carry or own a gun. There are usually age restrictions on gun use and the sale of guns or knives to minors. Each state and territory has different arrangements and laws about gun use and ownership. Animals and WildlifeHunting native animals and hunting any animal in national parks or other nature reserves is generally not allowed. Hunting and fishing laws vary between states and territories and you should check what applies to your area. You may be able to hunt feral animals in some regions. You may need to have a license or permit or to pay a fee to hunt, and any weapons you use will need to be licensed. Recreational fishing in the ocean or in rivers may be allowed, usually with a permit or license. There are generally limits on the size and number of fish you may catch. Australia has laws to protect animals from cruelty and neglect. People who mistreat animals and birds can be fined or imprisoned, or both. Local laws allow animals to be kept at home but you generally need a special license to keep Australian native animals. It is forbidden to kill animals in the backyard. See also Chapter 12, Civic Participation. Smoking, drinking and drugsSmoking is a health hazard, and one of the leading causes of death and disease in Australia. Information about tobacco and how to quit smoking is available from health professionals such as doctors and pharmacists. Information is also available from services such as Quitline on 13 7848 (13 Quit), or at www.quitnow.gov.au Smoking is not permitted in cars where children are present and in most public places including offices, workplaces, shopping centres, hospitals, health clinics, entertainment venues and restaurants. It is also illegal to sell or supply tobacco products to a person under 18 years of age.
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