DOG MANAGEMENT

In reply to the Hon. R.L. BROKENSHIRE (13 September 2011) (First Session).

The Hon. I.K. HUNTER (Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation, Minister for Water and the River Murray, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation): I have received this advice:

The Local Government Association regularly consults with the Dog and Cat Management Board on matters pertaining to legislation and policy to improve dog management in South Australia. Membership of the Dog and Cat Management Board includes four local government appointments and board meetings are attended by the Local Government Association program manager—legislation and policy.

The Local Government Association is aware of issues relating to the management of dogs exhibiting dangerously inappropriate behaviour within the community, and several councils have made independent submissions to the board which include strategies to address the issues.

The current legislative framework provides for the management of any dog, irrespective of breed, which has presented a risk to the community.