Safety fears spark calls for better protections for Neil the seal
Calls for enhanced protections for Neil the seal intensified after nearly 30,000 people signed a petition advocating restricted access zones around his habitats in southern Tasmania. Premier Jeremy Rockliff dismissed the need for legislation, citing common sense, while wildlife advocates stress that stricter rules are essential as Neil's size and popularity.
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Published 05 Jul 2026, 22:38 UTC · Updated 05 Jul 2026, 22:50 UTC
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