The role of NSW Trade and Investment in animal welfare during bushfire emergencies
In response to a bushfire emergency, the primary role of NSW Trade and Investment is to:
- provide immediate animal relief services and continuing rehabilitation assistance to primary producers;
- coordinate the supply and distribution of emergency fodder supplies and other materials to animals affected by bushfires;
- coordinate the care of companion pets; and
- provide animal care services for livestock, horses, wildlife, fish and companion pets of victims evacuated from an area affected by a bushfire emergency.