| Marine Mammals Protection Act | |
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Parliament of New Zealand |
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| Long title/ Purpose |
An Act to make provision for the protection, conservation, and management of marine mammals within New Zealand and within New Zealand fisheries waters |
| Dates | |
| Date of Royal Assent | 20 October 1978 |
| Commencement | 1 January 1979 |
| Other legislation | |
| Status: Current legislation | |
The Marine Mammals Protection Act is an Act of Parliament passed in New Zealand in 1978. It is administered by the Department of Conservation.