This Act introduces measures to prevent the stealing of cattle. The Act makes provision for, among other things: (a) revision of existing brands and the renewed registration of brands; (b) the compulsory branding of animals; (c) control of brands; (d) control of slaughter of animals; (e) the keeping of records on animals; and (f) control of movement and trespass of animals. The Act also defines various offences and grants powers to the Minister to declare emergency areas and to make Regulations.