Environment SA News archive
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Laws banning puppy farms and increased penalties for dog attacks pass State Parliament
20 June 2025
Significant reforms to dog and cat laws including banning puppy farms, expanding feral cat eradication and increasing penalties for dog owners that attack people and other animals have passed State Parliament.
It’s all in the details – update your pet’s information today
11 June 2025
South Australian dog and cat owners are being urged to ensure their beloved pet’s details are up to date in the state-wide register ahead of annual registration renewals.
Budget includes $159.1 million in new measures to protect the state’s environment
10 June 2025
The 2025-26 State Budget includes $159.1 million in new measures that will help protect the state’s environment, including saving an important wildlife hospital, maintaining the health of the River Murray and expanding a National Park at the centre of a World Heritage bid.
Annual kangaroo survey to take off across eight SA regions
10 June 2025
An annual survey of South Australia’s kangaroo population will begin mid-June and will cover eight regional areas.
Test results confirm Coorong algal bloom
06 June 2025
Testing of water in the Coorong North Lagoon has confirmed the presence of the Karenia strain of algae, which has affected parts of South Australia’s coastline.
Final emergency water collection point closes
06 June 2025
An increase in registered water carters and a decline in people collecting water from temporary water collection points have resulted in a decision to close the remaining site at Woodside.
Head to the Hills for June’s Park of the Month
02 June 2025
Black Hill and Morialta Conservation Parks have been named as June’s National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Park of the Month.
Healthy pets and happy owners, even when times are tough
30 May 2025
Helping pet owners through times of crisis and reducing pressure on animal shelters are the key objectives of new support program.
Storm impacts being assessed statewide
29 May 2025
DEW is working with local councils and other government departments to assess the impacts of Monday’s storm event on beaches across the state.
Review finds Basin Plan environmental flows boosting River Murray ecosystems, biodiversity
29 May 2025
A comprehensive assessment of environmental outcomes in South Australia under the Murray Darling Basin Plan shows environmental water is having a positive impact on ecosystems, biodiversity and habitat quality.
