The State is the level of government with primary responsibility for the environment. In this role, the State Parliament has passed many laws that affect the environment. Some of the most important include:
These laws are administered by a number of different State departments and agencies including:
The laws listed above are discussed in more detail in this chapter and other parts of the Law Handbook.
We embrace diversity and welcome all people, irrespective of culture, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Legal Services acknowledges Aboriginal people as the Traditional Owners and ongoing occupants of the lands and waters in South Australia and we respect their spiritual, cultural and heritage beliefs. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community and pay our deep respect to Elders past and present.
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