Laws to protect police dogs and horses are among changes to come into force in S.A. from January 1. Source: AAP
LAWS to protect police dogs and horses, and honesty in petrol pricing, are among legislative changes to come into force in South Australia from January 1.
The stabbing of a police dog in August prompted the government to take action, with the new laws making it an offence intentionally to kill or injure any animal being used by a law enforcement officer.
The offence carries a maximum five-year jail term along with financial penalties related to the cost of veterinary and other treatment.
Premier Jay Weatherill said there was no doubt law enforcement animals needed greater protection.
Motorists will also welcome the new year, with changes to the way fuel prices are advertised.
From January 1, fuel retailers must display actual pump prices on advertising boards, not the discounted price relating to the use of a shopping docket.
Petrol stations will have to sell fuel at the advertised price, although discount vouchers can still be used.
Attorney-General John Rau said the changes would make it easier for independent outlets to compete against outlets operated by big supermarket chains.
"This is about greater transparency and fairness and will be easier for everyone," Mr Rau said.
"What you see is what you get."
Other legislative changes include measures to cut red tape and increase consumer protection in the real estate industry.
Agents will no longer be able to suggest a price range for a property but must give a single figure as the genuine estimate of the selling price.
For auction sales, vendors will have to include an acceptable selling price in their contract which must be within 10 per cent of the reserve price.
A host of gambling reforms will also come into effect in the new year including a requirement for all gaming machines to offer an 87.5 per cent minimum rate of return.
From February all ATMs operating in gaming venues will also have a $250-a-day cash withdrawal limit.
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