The Act extends the measures implemented by the Wildlife Act 1976 to conserve wildlife by protecting wild creatures and flora.

Part 3 makes specific provisions in relation to land and waters, including:

• acquisition of land and rights;
• natural heritage areas; and
• nature reserves and refuges.

Part 4 establishes measures on wildlife conservation and protection, including:

• the protection of flora, wild birds and wild animals; and
• restrictions to protect wildlife.

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