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7 Deer

Deer Hunting in Victoria

Four species of deer can be legally hunted in Victoria. They are: Sambar Deer, which occur in the dry and wet sclerophyll forest communities of the Victorian Eastern Highlands and Midlands; Hog Deer, which are restricted to the low lying coastal shrublands and tea-tree swamps on the Gippsland Plains of south-eastern Victoria; Red Deer, which are largely confined to the Grampians and areas of surrounding forest where isolated populations exist; and Fallow Deer, which are commonly found throughout wooded areas of eastern and south-western Victoria.

The hunting of deer is only permitted from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset during the prescribed open season. Deer hunters should remember that it is illegal to hunt on or across roads or tracks and to use vehicles, spotlights, two-way radios or electronic devices to hunt or assist in the pursuit of game. Electronic equipment may be used for safety purposes or to locate hounds after a hunt has ceased (see "The use of tracking collars").

The hunting of deer is only permitted from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset during the prescribed open season. Deer hunters should remember that it is illegal to hunt on or across roads or tracks and to use vehicles, spotlights, two-way radios or electronic devices to hunt or assist in the pursuit of game. Electronic equipment may be used for safety purposes or to locate hounds after a hunt has ceased (see "The use of tracking collars").

Sambar Deer - Stalking

Sambar Deer are the most successful and widespread of the deer species introduced into Victoria and are considered to be a premier game animal.

Open season: all year. On some types of Crown land, hunting of Sambar Deer is not permitted during part of the open season (see Section 12 "Where You Can Hunt").

Bag limit: no limit.

Hunting method:

Centrefire rifle - minimum legal calibre .270" (6.85mm); minimum legal cartridge case length 2" (51mm); minimum legal projectile weight 130 grains (8.45 grams).
Muzzle-loading rifle - minimum legal calibre 45" (11.45 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 230 grains (14.91 grams).
A bow may be used (see "Hunting deer with a bow" page ??)
Use of gundogs for hunting Sambar Deer

Gundogs may be used to hunt Sambar Deer in that part of Victoria bounded on the south by the Princes Highway and on the west broadly by the Hume Highway, but not in National and State Parks, other closed areas (see page ??) or private land without the land owner's consent. For more precise details, see section 12 "Where You Can Hunt", or contact the DPI office in the area that you intend to hunt.

Hunters using gundogs to hunt Sambar Deer may use up to two gundogs (including any juvenile gundogs in training) when actively hunting in the field. Hunters hunting as part of a team are also restricted to a maximum of two gundogs per team. Gundogs must not be used to hunt Hog Deer, Red Deer or Fallow Deer. For more information on the permitted gundog breeds, please see page ??.

Sambar Deer - Hound Hunting

Scent-trailing hounds may be used to hunt Sambar Deer in that part of Victoria bounded on the south by the Princes Highway and on the west broadly by the Hume Highway, but not in National and State Parks, other closed areas (see page ??) or private land without the land owner's consent. For more precise details, see section 12 "Where You Can Hunt", or contact your local DPI office in the area that you intend to hunt.

Scent-trailing hounds must not be used to hunt Hog Deer, Red Deer or Fallow Deer.

Open season: from the second Saturday after Easter Sunday (3 May 2003) until the last day in November (30 November 2003).

Bag limit: no limit.

Hunting method:

Centrefire rifle - minimum legal calibre .270" (6.85mm); minimum legal cartridge case length 2" (51mm); minimum legal projectile weight 130 grains (8.45 grams).
Muzzle-loading rifle - minimum legal calibre 45" (11.45 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 230 grains (14.91 grams).
Maximum number of hunters per team: 10 hunters (including junior hunters and interstate or overseas visitors).

Maximum number of hounds per team: five hounds (including any juvenile hounds in training) when actively hunting.

Hound Hunting Test

After 3 May 2003, any hunter wishing to hunt Sambar Deer with the aid of scent-trailing hounds must have a Game Licence which authorises the use of hounds (see Section 2 for more details on the types of Game Licences available). This applies to interstate and international hunters as well. Prior to applying for a Game Licence to hunt with hounds, you need to pass the Hound Hunting Test. The test will only need to be successfully completed once and people who pass the test will receive a Certificate of Proficiency.

Hound hunting tests are conducted at selected DPI offices throughout the State. The cost of the test is $20.00, with a fast track service (24 hour turn-around) available for $55.00. If you wish to sit the Hound Hunting Test, please contact one of the following:

Ballarat DPI
Jim O'Brien (03) 5333 6635 Box Hill DPI
Andy MacDonald (03) 9296 4650

Geelong DPI
Stan Williams (03) 5226 4780
Gippsland (East) DPI
Reception (03) 5152 0400
(co-ordinating test centres at Bairnsdale)

Gippsland (West & South) DPI
Reception (03) 5172 2111
(co-ordinating test centres at Traralgon, Maffra, Leongatha, Warragul & Yarram)
Swan Hill DPI
Murray Rohde (03) 5036 4824
(co-ordinating test centres at Bendigo and Mildura)

Tatura DPI
Glenn Sharp
Tel: (03) 5833 5222
(coordinating test centres at Tatura and Alexandra) Wangaratta DPI
Leigh Murray
Tel: (03) 5723 8600
(coordinating test centres at Wangaratta and Wodonga)

To ensure all hound hunters have an understanding of their legal, safety and ethical requirements when hunting, the Department in conjunction with the Victorian Hunting Advisory Committee has developed a comprehensive booklet entitled "Knowing your responsibilities - a Guide to the Use of Scent-trailing Hounds in Victoria". The booklet is an important resource for all hound hunters and will assist hunters to pass the Hound Hunting Test. The Guide also includes important information on paying for and receiving a new or amended Game Licence to hound hunt, for those hunters who successfully complete the test.

A copy of the booklet will be sent to you when you apply to sit the test.

Permitted hound breeds

All scent-trailing hounds used to hunt Sambar Deer must have a non-aggressive temperament towards people and animals. Any hound that displays any signs of aggression must not be used for hunting. Scent-trailing hounds must not hold, drag-down or bite Sambar Deer or attack or bite any other wildlife. For the 2003 hound hunting season, hunters may use the following breeds of scent-trailing hound or their crosses to hunt Sambar Deer:

Scent-trailing hounds
Basset Hound
Foxhound
Bloodhound Beagle
Harrier

Hounds must be no more than 70 cm in height at the shoulder or be a pure bred Bloodhound.

Hunters should note that under the Wildlife (Game) Regulations 2001, the use of Foxhounds, Harriers and any cross-bred scent-trailing hound used for hunting Sambar Deer will be phased-out by 24 April 2004. After 24 April 2004, only pure Beagles and pure Bloodhounds will be permitted to scent-trail Sambar Deer.

Registration of hounds

For the 2003 hound hunting season, all hounds must be registered with an approved organisation. Hunters should contact the Australian Deer Association on (03) 5674 9291, Victorian Deer Association on (03) 5985 5333 or Victorian Hound Hunters Incorporated to have hounds registered.

Identification of hounds

For the 2003 hound hunting season, all scent-trailing hounds must wear a collar with a metal tag on which the name, address and/or telephone number of the hound owner must be recorded. Hounds must also be identified with a legible ear tattoo.

Hunters should note that all hounds over twelve months of age will need to be microchipped with either a Destron or Trovan microchip after 24 April 2004.

The use of tracking collars

Hounds may wear tracking collars while a hunt is occurring as long as the receiver is switched off and securely stored away (eg. at camp or locked in a parked vehicle). Anyone who uses a radio-tracking collar to locate a hound while a hunt is in progress is committing an offence and may be liable to prosecution. The improper and illegal use of radio tracking collars is considered to be highly unethical and is inconsistent with the concept of "fair chase".

Hunters may use receivers to locate lost hounds wearing radio tracking collars once a hunt is completed, providing all members of the hunting party are unarmed (ie. not carrying a firearm while searching for the hound).

Red Deer

Opportunities to hunt Red Deer in Victoria are limited. The only substantial Victorian population of Red Deer occurs in the Grampians National Park, where all forms of hunting are prohibited.

Some animals can be found on private property and State forest adjoining the Grampians National Park. Hunters wishing to hunt Red Deer on private property must first obtain permission from the landholder. Some areas of State forest near the Grampians are leased and may only be hunted with the permission of the lessee. Check with the DPI Horsham Office on (03) 5381 1255 before you go hunting in this area.

Open season: from first day in June (1 June) to last day in July (31 July), each year.

Bag limit: no limit.

Hunting method:

Centrefire rifle - minimum legal calibre .270" (6.85mm); minimum legal cartridge case length 2" (51mm); minimum legal projectile weight 130 grains (8.45 grams).

Muzzle-loading rifle - minimum legal calibre .45" (11.45 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 230 grains (14.91 grams).

A bow may be used (see Hunting deer with a bow).

Hog Deer

Hog Deer are one of the most regulated game species in Victoria and there are a number of rules and regulations that all Hog Deer hunters must be aware of before they go hunting.

In an effort to provide hunters with comprehensive information, the Game Management Unit has produced a booklet entitled "A Guide to Hunting Hog Deer in Victoria". The Guide includes information on the regulations which apply to hunting Hog Deer, the location and hours of operation of checking stations and provides information on the previous years' harvest.

The production of this booklet has been funded by money raised in the balloted Hog Deer hunts conducted at Blond Bay and Boole Poole and provided by the Blond Bay Hog Deer Advisory Group. This booklet is provided in the Hog Deer Tag Package. For hunters who do not wish to take out Tags but would like a copy of the Guide, limited numbers will be made available at DPI offices in Gippsland and the DPI Information Centre, 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne 3002.

Open season: from first day in April (1 April) to last day in April (30 April), each year.

Bag limit: one male (stag) and one female (hind) may be taken during the open season.

Hunting method:

Centrefire rifle - minimum legal calibre .243" (6.17 mm); minimum legal cartridge case length 2" (51 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 85 grains (51 grams).

Muzzle-loading rifle - minimum legal calibre .45" (11.45 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 133 grains (6.82 grams).

A bow may be used (see "Hunting deer with a bow" - below).

Hog Deer Tags

Anyone wanting to hunt Hog Deer in Victoria must first obtain a set of Hog Deer Tags (one male and one female). Tags may be obtained from selected DPI Gippsland offices, the DPI Information Centre in Melbourne or the DPI office at Box Hill and must be collected in person. When collecting your Tags, make sure you have your current Game Licence with you.

The correct Tag must be attached to the hind leg of every Hog Deer, as soon as it is taken. Full details of the tagging system are included in the booklet "A Guide to Hunting Hog Deer in Victoria" which is made available to all hunters who take out tags. Hog Deer hunters are required to forward their Hog Deer Tag Return Forms and any unused tags to the Department, by Registered Post, within 28 days of the end of the season.

Hog Deer Checking Stations

All Hog Deer taken must be presented to a Checking station within 24 hours of harvest. Checking stations are located at Golden Beach, Bairnsdale and Leongatha. Further details can be found in the booklet "A Guide to Hunting Hog Deer in Victoria".

Balloted hunting opportunities for Hog Deer

Each year, the Blond Bay Hog Deer Advisory Group conducts a ballot to select hunters to hunt for free-ranging Hog Deer on Blond Bay State Game Reserve or on sections of the Boole Poole Peninsula. Entries open on 1 August each year, close on 30 November and the ballot is drawn in December.

To enter the ballot, complete the entry form which can be found in a number of hunting publications or write to the Advisory Group requesting to enter the ballot: include your name and address and a cheque or money order for $10, to cover costs. The address is BBHDAG, 7 Service Street, Bairnsdale 3875.

Para Park Cooperative Game Reserve conducts a guided, balloted hunt for four junior hunters each year on lands managed by the Cooperative. To be eligible, hunters must be between the ages of 15 - 17 years at the time of the April season, have not hunted under the program previously and must hold a current Firearms Licence and Game Licence for deer. Entries open on 1 September each year, close on 30 November and are drawn in December. Entry forms can be found in a number of hunting publications or write to Junior Hog Deer Ballot, 6 Avon Road, Avonsleigh 3782.

Hunting Hog Deer on State Game Reserves

Hog Deer may be hunted on the following State Game Reserves: Lake Coleman; Dowd Morass; Jack Smith Lake; Ewing Morass; Clydebank Morass; and Heart Morass.

Fallow Deer

Recent changes to the Wildlife (Game) Regulations have introduced a year-round open season for Fallow Deer on private land only, with no bag limit. Any holder of a current Game Licence that allows deer hunting will be permitted to hunt Fallow Deer on private land with the permission of the landowner. Fallow Deer must not be hunted on any public land in Victoria.

There are a number of Fallow Deer farms in Victoria and sometimes the deer escape from confinement. It is every hunter's responsibility to ensure that the deer they are hunting are not escaped stock.

Open season: all year on private property only.

Bag limit: no limit.

Hunting method:

Centrefire rifle - minimum legal calibre .243" (6.17 mm); minimum legal cartridge case length 2" (51 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 85 grains (51 grams).
Muzzle-loading rifle - minimum legal calibre .45" (11.45 mm); minimum legal projectile weight 133 grains (6.82 grams).
A bow may be used (see "Hunting deer with a bow" - below).

Hunting Deer with a Bow

Any bow used to hunt deer in Victoria must meet the following minimum specifications:

A long bow having a draw-weight of no less than 22.5 kilograms;

a recurved bow having a draw-weight of no less than 22.5 kilograms;

a compound bow having a peak-weight of no less than 22.5 kilograms;

a cross-bow having a draw-weight of no less than 36.6 kilograms.

All arrows must have a broad-head with a minimum weight of 25 grams and a minimum of two sharpened cutting blades.

Bow hunters must get much closer to their target than hunters who use a firearm and stalking skills must be combined with effective camoflague to closely approach deer. For a safe and sure shot, bow hunters should not shoot beyond a distance of 30 metres. As such, a bow hunter should practice judging distances and determine their own range of accuracy. It is critical for a bow hunter to be able to identify and hit the target's vital areas, generally the heart/lung zone (just behind the shoulder). Therefore, it is important for bow hunters to practice regularly to hone their skills.

For more information on the hunting of game or pest animals with a bow, please contact the Australian Bowhunters Association on (03) 5243 1277.

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Where you can hunt

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12 Where You Can Hunt

One of the most frequently asked questions by hunters is "Where can I hunt?" Some areas can be easily determined due to distinct and easily recognisable boundaries (eg. roads), however, other areas can be difficult to determine and are only defined by physical features or lines on a map.

Wherever possible, DPI and other land managers, like Parks Victoria, will do their best to assist you when trying to identify areas that are available to hunting. Hunters need to do some homework also. To help us help you, we recommend the following:

Identify the general area that you wish to hunt.
Obtain a map of the area and narrow it down to areas likely to have game.
Talk to Park Rangers about the location of Park boundaries.
If you intend to use a firearm to hunt, consider the Firearms Safety Code and remember that even though an area may be open to hunting, the use of firearms may be prohibited under the Firearms Act for safety reasons.
For Crown land, find out from the local DPI office whether the area is under licence or is leased. Some lessees and licensees do not allow hunting on leased or licensed lands.
Information on areas open to hunting can be found from a wide range of sources, including DSE and DPI publications and staff, the DSE/DPI Customer Service Centre, Parks Victoria, hunting organisations, parish plans, up to date maps, private land owners and Victoria Police.

Remember, find out for yourself. If in doubt about the legality of hunting in a particular area, don't hunt there until you are sure. The consequences for hunting in a closed area could result in the loss of your Game and Firearms Licences and the seizure and confiscation of your firearm, vehicle or other belongings. Avoid hunting close to boundaries and, above all, act responsibly and ensure that your actions will not put the safety of yourself or others at risk. Never carry a loaded firearm or use a firearm in a town or populous place (eg. picnic area, camp site) or on or over any area of public or private land, where hunting is not permitted. Also, you must not carry a loaded firearm or use a firearm on any thoroughfare or place open to or used by the public for passage with vehicles.

There are many land classifications throughout Victoria and, depending on the type, hunting may or may not be permitted. The following table provides general information on where you may hunt. For more specific details of where you may hunt, see the information included below and call the nearest DPI office for details, before you enter the field.

THE RECREATIONAL HUNTING OF DUCK ON BOTH PRIVATE AND PUBLIC LAND IS NOT PERMITTED IN 2003 (SEE SECTION 6 "DUCK" FOR DETAILS).

Land Classification Hunting Permitted?
State forest and other unoccupied Crown land Game species may be hunted during the open season only. Pest animals may be hunted at any time.
State Game Reserves Game species may be hunted, but only during the open season. Sixteen State Game Reserves are available for quail hunting and six for Hog Deer hunting. Pest animals may not be hunted at any time, unless specifically authorised by the Department.
Sanctuaries Game species may not be hunted at any time. Pest animals may be hunted.
Melbourne Water Catchment Areas Hunting of any type is not permitted at any time.
Forest Parks, Flora and Fauna Reserves and Nature Conservation Reserves Hunting of any type is not permitted at any time.
National Parks, State Parks, Coastal Parks, Wilderness Parks Generally, hunting of any type is not permitted at any time, however, there are some exceptions. See below for details.
Private land, including leased or licensed Crown land Game (only during the open season) and pest animals may be hunted, but only with the permission of the land owner/manager, lessee or licensee.

State Forest and Other Unoccupied Crown Land

Generally, hunting for pest animals and game species is permitted in all State forests and unoccupied Crown land (ie. Crown land that is not leased or licensed), however, some restrictions may apply. Hunters are advised to consult the local DPI Office for specific information about any restrictions that apply to the area of State forest or unoccupied Crown land that they wish to hunt. Remember, many people use State forests for recreation and for their livelihood. Never shoot on or across public roads or tracks and never shoot towards populated areas, including camping and picnic areas and walking tracks.

Pest animals may be hunted at any time and hunting for game species is allowed only during the open season for that species. Make sure that you know when the open seasons are. The recreational hunting of duck is not permitted in 2003 (see section 6 "duck" for details).

State Game Reserves

Sixteen State Game Reserves are available to hunting for Stubble Quail during the open season. For a detailed list of these State Game Reserves, see Section 8 "Stubble Quail and Introduced Game Birds". Jack Smith Lake, Dowd Morass, Ewings Morass, Clydebank Morass, Heart Morass, and Lake Coleman Game Reserves are open for Hog Deer hunting during the Hog Deer season. The recreational hunting of duck is not permitted in 2003 (see section 6 "duck" for details).

Pest animals or other non-game species such as sparrows or starlings may not be hunted on State Game Reserves at any time unless specific authorisation is provided by the Department. A "Registration of Interest to Hunt Pest Animals on Crown Land" is not specific authorisation.

Sanctuaries

Game species may not be hunted at any time in areas declared to be Sanctuaries. However, pest animals may be hunted. Major Victorian sanctuaries are: Mount Cole Sanctuary (South West Region, DPI), Gunbower Island Sanctuary, Kow Swamp and Reedy Lakes near Kerang (North West Region, DPI). The location of other sanctuaries should be checked with the local DPI Office.

The former Central Highlands Sanctuary was repealed in June 1996 and, as a result, certain sections were opened to hunting. The Yarra Ranges National Park has been created within the former Sanctuary and this area is closed to all hunting. In addition, several water catchments are located in the former Sanctuary and are also closed. Check with the Alexandra DPI Office for more details.

Melbourne Water Catchment Areas

A number of catchments and reservoirs in the outer metropolitan and central highlands area are controlled by Melbourne Water and are part of the metropolitan water supply system. Public entry to these areas is prohibited to ensure a high-quality water supply.

Forest Parks, Flora and Fauna Reserves and Nature Conservation Reserves

Carrying and using firearms in these areas is prohibited.

National Parks, State Parks, Coastal Parks, Wilderness Parks

Most Wilderness, National, State and Coastal Parks are closed to hunting at all times. However, you are allowed to hunt in the parks listed below, subject to varying conditions. Hunters must not possess a firearm in, or transport a firearm through a park (except in some instances) when hunting is prohibited. Also, where hunting is allowed, firearms must only be those calibres or gauges permitted for the species available for hunting in that park. The recreational hunting of duck is not permitted in 2003 (see section 6 "duck" for details).

Alpine National Park (North East, Gippsland Regions, DPI). In certain sections of the park, Sambar Deer may be hunted by stalking only from 15 February to 15 December. The use of dogs to hunt Sambar Deer is not permitted in this park. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park.
Avon Wilderness Park (Gippsland Region, DPI). In certain sections of the park, Sambar Deer may be hunted by stalking only from 15 February to 15 December. The use of dogs to hunt Sambar Deer is not permitted in this park. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park
Baw Baw National Park (Gippsland Region, DPI). Sambar Deer may be hunted by stalking only in the area east of Thomson Valley Road from 1 May to 25 October. The use of dogs to hunt Sambar Deer is not permitted in this park. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park.
Lake Eildon National Park (North East Region, DPI). In certain sections in the south-east of the park, Sambar Deer may be hunted by stalking only from the first Saturday after Easter until 30 November. The use of dogs to hunt deer is not permitted in this park. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park. Check with the Lake Eildon National Park Rangers office on (03) 5772 2038 for details.
Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park (Gippsland Region, DPI). In certain sections Stubble Quail and Hog Deer may be hunted in season. Check with the Traralgon DPI Office for details. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park.
Lake Albacutya Park (North West Region, DPI). The hunting of pest animals is allowed. Hunting is not permitted in part of the park, near the boat ramp. Check with the Mildura DPI Office for details.
Mitchell River National Park (Gippsland Region, DPI). Sambar Deer hunting by stalking is permitted east of the Mitchell River from 15 February to 15 December. The use of dogs to hunt deer is not permitted in this park. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park.
Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park (Gippsland Region, DPI). Hunting for Hog Deer is permitted in certain sections in season. Check with the Yarram DPI Office for details of which areas are open to hunting. Pest animals and other species must not be hunted in this park.
Parks Victoria is responsible for the management of national, state, regional and metropolitan parks and other conservation areas, such as State Game Reserves. For more information on hunting, camping, lighting fires and seasonal road closures in these areas, please contact the Parks Victoria Information Centre on 13 19 63 or visit the Parkweb website at www.parkweb.vic.gov.au

Private Land

Game species in season and pest animals may be hunted on private land or areas of leased or licensed Crown land provided that hunters have obtained the permission of the land owner/manager, lessee or licensee. You must not shoot on or across public roads or tracks at any time. The recreational hunting of duck is not permitted in 2003 (see section 6 "duck" for details).

If you are in doubt about the status of a particular area, or require any further information, please contact the relevant DPI Office.

Areas Closed to Deer Hunting

The hunting of Sambar Deer with scent-trailing hounds and gundogs is prohibited around Marysville and Kevington-Jamieson. Deer hunting by stalking is still permitted in the Marysville and Kevington-Jamieson areas. All forms of deer hunting are also prohibited around the township of Warburton, Rubicon Power Station and several areas around Halls Gap. For maps of these areas, contact the DSE/DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

Maps Available

Lake Wellington Wetlands, Central Gippsland and the High Country

This map provides information on areas open to hunting in Central Gippsland and the high country, as well as for the Lake Wellington wetlands. There is also general information for hunters.

The map sells for $7.00 and is obtainable from most DPI Offices. Contact DPI Offices in the Gippsland Region, the Outdoors Information Centre in Melbourne and some specialist map retailers.

Hunters Guide to the Kerang Lakes

A joint project between the Department and local FGA branches, this map shows the location of wetlands around the Kerang Region. Also included is a brief description of particular wetlands. The map sells for $6.00 and is also available from local DPI Offices in the North West Region and from Field and Game Australia (telephone 03 5799 0960).

Hunters Guide to the North East

Produced as a joint project between DPI Shepparton and local FGA branches, this map locates north-east wetlands and includes a brief description of the wetland.

The map sells for $7.00 and is available from local DPI Offices in the North East Region and Field and Game Australia (telephone 03 5799 0960).

A Guide to State Game Reserves

The Game Management Unit has developed an Internet site that provides information on game hunting opportunities on 70 of Victoria's State Game Reserves. The site includes a map of each State Game Reserve and information detailing how to get there, what facilities are available, what game species may be hunted and other information relevant to hunting and camping. Hunters may view and print the information at www.nre.vic.gov.au, under Recreation and Tourism, Hunting, State Game Reserves.

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