Bringing Animals to the Groote Archipelago
Domestic Dogs Travelling to the Groote Archipelago
All animals being transported to the Groote Eylandt Archipelago must have written permission from the ALC 14 days prior to arrival. This can be obtained by completing a Domestic Animal Application Form below.
Specific Conditions for Dogs
Before moving a dog to the Groote Eylandt Archipelago, the person responsible for that dog must:
- Complete a Domestic Animal Application Form
- Provide a Dog Health Check Form completed by a qualified and practicing veterinarian
- If you will be residing in Alyangula township, you must also complete the Alyangula Dog Registration and Consent Form, and provide this to GEMCO Property Management
In order to complete the Dog Health Check, all dogs entering and moving around the Groote Eylandt Archipelago must be documented as:
- Fully vaccinated
- Surgically desexed
- Treated for ticks, fleas, heartworm etc (e.g. Nexgard, Simparica)
- Healthy
If the dog becomes unwell following movement, the person responsible for the dog must contact the ALC Rangers 08 8987 6703 (business hours).
These conditions apply to all people bringing dogs to the Groote Eylandt Archipelago, including Traditional Owners and residents of all communities and outstations.
People moving to or living in the GEMCO mining township of Alyangula must register their dog with GEMCO by completing the Alyangula Dog Registration and Consent form.
Prohibited Species List
For more information regarding species of animals that are prohibited or restricted to within the Groote Archipelago, please see the prohibited plant and animal species list.