The Game Management Authority is an independent authority responsible for the regulation of game hunting in Victoria. We regulate through education, research and enforcement to achieve responsible and sustainable game hunting in Victoria.
Wetlands update – Lake Cooper and Green Lake to reopen to hunting and Tower Hill to fully close
The Victorian Government has announced that Lake Cooper and Green Lake near Corop will reopen to hunting and the whole of Tower Hill State Game Reserve will be closed to duck hunting from Friday, 8 May 2026 (inclusive).
2026 duck season compliance update
Authorised Officers from the GMA, Victoria Police and partner agencies are patrolling wetlands, creeks, rivers and lakes on private and public land across Victoria to ensure duck hunting remains responsible and sustainable.