By Corina Jordan, NZ Game Animal Council Chief Executive Officer This is my very first column as CEO at the Game Animal Council (GAC). I’ve had my feet under the desk for a couple of weeks now and am enjoying getting to know staff, Council members, and those across the sector. It’s a privilege to … Continue reading Introduction to GAC CEO Corina Jordan
Second Herd of Special Interest takes step toward designation
The NZ Game Animal Council (GAC) congratulates the Fiordland Wapiti Foundation on successfully submitting their Wapiti Herd of Special Interest (HOSI) proposal to the Minister for Hunting and Fishing, who is now going to consider formally designating wapiti as a HOSI in Fiordland National Park. To support the Wapiti HOSI, the Government will also introduce … Continue reading Second Herd of Special Interest takes step toward designation
Predator Free Rakiura update #4
Update from the GAC Zero Invasive Predators (ZIP) has recently shared an update on the deer repellent trial that they are undertaking as part of the Predator Free Rakiura project. They are continuing trials using non-toxic deer repellent in the Rakiura National Park to determine how deer repellent could be used as part of predator … Continue reading Predator Free Rakiura update #4
Sika Herd of Special Interest one step closer
The NZ Game Animal Council (GAC) congratulates the Central North Island Sika Foundation on successfully submitting their Sika Herd of Special Interest (HOSI) proposal to the Minister for Hunting and Fishing. The Minister has decided to begin the process to explore formally designating a Sika HOSI in the Kaimanawa and Kaweka Forest Parks. This is … Continue reading Sika Herd of Special Interest one step closer
New Tahr Ballot Briefing coming soon to Better Hunting
With support from the Department of Conservation and NZ Tahr Foundation, the GAC has developed a Tahr Ballot Briefing through Better Hunting, our online hunter training platform. The briefing is designed to help hunters achieve the goals of the tahr ballot and make the most of this unique hunting opportunity. It covers key information on tahr … Continue reading New Tahr Ballot Briefing coming soon to Better Hunting
Prepare for a safe and successful roar this year
By Kaylyn Pinney, NZ Game Animal Council Acting General Manager The NZ Game Animal Council (GAC) is advising hunters across New Zealand to plan for a safe and successful roar this year. “The March and April roar period is an exciting time of year for many hunters and it’s important to prepare for a safe … Continue reading Prepare for a safe and successful roar this year
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