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.
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.
2025 game duck abundance survey results
The 2025 Abundance estimates for game ducks in Victoria report is now available, showing an estimated 4.9 million game ducks in Victoria.