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Non-toxic shot types

Lead is a toxic substance that can harm humans, wildlife and the environment. The most common lead poisoning in birds is considered to be the result of ingestion of spent lead shot used for waterfowl hunting. The use of lead shot for hunting game

Closed or further regulated hunting areas

The Game Management Authority works with the community as an effective, independent regulator and an influential authority for game management and quality hunting options in Victoria.

Wetlands update – Lake Cullen and Lake Tutchewop to reopen to hunting …

28/05/2025. The Victorian Government has announced that Lake Cullen and Lake Tutchewop will reopen to duck hunting from Saturday, 31 May 2025 (inclusive). Lake Cullen and Lake Tutchewop will reopen to duck hunting from Saturday, 31 May 2025

Practical gamebird hunting training trial

The GMA, with support from SSAA Victoria and Field and Game Australia, is administering a practical shotgun training trial for new gamebird hunters. The aim of the trial is to understand the benefits, burdens and value of different training packages,

Avian influenza information for hunters

Overview. High pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI), also called bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause severe illness and death in birds. A new strain of the virus, H5N1 bird flu, is more concerning than previous strains, as

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What is illegal hunting?

People intending to hunt need to make sure that they are familiar with Victoria's hunting laws and regulations, and are hunting responsibly. Those found to be breaking the law or behaving irresponsibly can be fined or prosecuted, have their

Restrictions update

27/09/2020. The coronavirus (COVID-19) roadmap to reopening outlines the steps for easing restrictions across Victoria, subject to 'trigger points' being met and public health advice. Metropolitan Melbourne will enter the Second Step of reopening

Three upcoming hunting seasons to begin in Victoria

27/03/2019. Game Management Authority (GMA) Chief Executive Officer Graeme Ford said the Hog Deer and hound hunting for Sambar Deer seasons open on Monday 1 April followed by Stubble Quail season on Saturday 6 April. Game Management Authority (GMA)

Lake Elizabeth closed to duck hunting

15/03/2019. The Victorian Government is closing Lake Elizabeth near Kerang for the beginning of the 2019 duck hunting season to protect a significant population of freckled ducks found on the lake. The Victorian Government is closing Lake Elizabeth