The rights of animals under Australian law

13/04/2025 26 min
The rights of animals under Australian law

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Episode Synopsis

What ethical issues arise when we take a human-centred approach to the legal protections of animals? Ecologist, lawyer and lecturer in law at Southern Cross University Dr Meri Oakwood speaks on the SCU Buzz podcast about the complexities and morality of how the Australian legal system views wildlife and domestic animals and the steps needed to effect change.

Please be advised this episode contains references to domestic violence and animal cruelty.

The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.