Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (Vic)
Ph: (61-3) 8892 2777 Fax: (61-3) 8892 2700
EMAIL:
state_office@ssaavic.com.au
WEB:
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Wednesday, 30th December, 2009
SSAA Vic Welcomes Minister Holding’s Announcement
Of A 2010 DUCK HUNTING SEASON
The SSAA Vic welcomes the Announcement today from acting
Minister Tim Holding, that there is to be a Duck Hunting Season
in 2010. The opening date will be the 20th March. This puts an
end to any uncertainty.
SSAA Vic Hunting and Conservation Manager, Colin Wood
said: “A modified season shortened by 2 weeks with a reduced
bird bag limit is eminently sensible. It is pleasing that the
Minister has acted in line with the recommendations of the
(newly appointed) Hunting Advisory Committee, (H.A.C.) a
statutory government body chaired by Mr Ross McPherson. It
bodes well for the new H.A.C., which shows every indication of
being a competent and well-balanced committee.
Improved rainfall and environmental outlook have brought
about increased duck numbers, so that a season can be readily
sustained without threatening any species.”
Mr Wood continued. “For our detractors, it is interesting to
contemplate that there are plenty of game ducks across Australia
(The “hunted” species), while other bird species (including
lesser – known water birds) are quite depleted. This puts paid to
major arguments opposing duck hunting.
In conclusion I ask all Duck Hunters to go out and enjoy the
2010 season. Spend your ‘Huntourist’ Dollar in pressured Rural
Communities. Act responsibly, keep safety (in the field and on
the road), as your number 1 priority.
Abide by the environmental ethic – leave no trace.”
For further information contact Colin Wood on 0427 682 223 or 8892 2777
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