Kruger88
Not so new Member
I have copied my reply below from another thread on here that I replied to a few weeks ago regarding croc keeping in nsw. Just to help those that want to know.
In NSW the best way to go about obtaining a crocodile permit is to hold a non-indigenous animal permit. That way you are not required to display the animal, however you must prove to the DPI that you are capable and trained to work with crocs. Around 8 yrs ago the then National Parks and Wildlife Service had an amnesty in relation to reptiles that were unregistered and unlicenced, the NPWS granted a few owners of crocs "Special Permits" these are no longer on offer and only those people who were granted them are allowed to keep crocs (even then only the animals they originaly owned). In order to satisfy the DPI you must also have plans of enclosures, contingency plans for escape, vet details, a contract with the place you purchase the croc that if you are unable to care for the animal it can be returned, council approval (varys on area concerned if you are rural its unlikely you will need this). However if you are very dedicated and willing to jump through the hoops and comply with all requirments then it is a rewarding and wonderfull experience to own a croc.
In NSW the best way to go about obtaining a crocodile permit is to hold a non-indigenous animal permit. That way you are not required to display the animal, however you must prove to the DPI that you are capable and trained to work with crocs. Around 8 yrs ago the then National Parks and Wildlife Service had an amnesty in relation to reptiles that were unregistered and unlicenced, the NPWS granted a few owners of crocs "Special Permits" these are no longer on offer and only those people who were granted them are allowed to keep crocs (even then only the animals they originaly owned). In order to satisfy the DPI you must also have plans of enclosures, contingency plans for escape, vet details, a contract with the place you purchase the croc that if you are unable to care for the animal it can be returned, council approval (varys on area concerned if you are rural its unlikely you will need this). However if you are very dedicated and willing to jump through the hoops and comply with all requirments then it is a rewarding and wonderfull experience to own a croc.
