By Corina Jordan, Chief Executive, New Zealand Game Animal Council There is a lot happening in the hunting space at the moment – from firearms law reform to the upcoming roar, and herds of special interest (HOSI). Making sure firearms reform works for hunters The Government’s Arms Bill represents the most significant overhaul of firearms … Continue reading CEO Update March 2026: Firearm reform and safety highlight busy time for GAC
GAC launches education module for international hunters
‘Welcome to Hunting in New Zealand’, a new online learning module to upskill international hunters travelling to New Zealand, has been launched by the NZ Game Animal Council (GAC). GAC Chief Executive Corina Jordan says hunting tourism is a high-value, low-impact activity that provides significant economic benefit for New Zealand. “While international hunters often arrive … Continue reading GAC launches education module for international hunters
GAC urges hunters to make good decisions and ‘master the roar’
The roar is an exciting time of the year, and people will be looking forward to reconnecting with New Zealand’s wild places, excitement and adventure, and a bit of time alone or with friends and family. “Hunting benefits our physical and mental wellbeing. It gets kids outside, and teaches practical skills, in addition to providing … Continue reading GAC urges hunters to make good decisions and ‘master the roar’
Planning your hunt with Better Hunting
This originally appeared in the October/November 2024 edition of the NZ Hunter magazine A beginner’s guide to planning a safe and successful hunt with Better Hunting One of the big steps for new hunters is taking the lead and going solo. Often, it’s easy to follow our mates on a hunt, but taking the step … Continue reading Planning your hunt with Better Hunting
2024-2025 GAC Annual Report
Our 2024-2025 Annual Report is now available online. It provides a snapshot on some of the work we do, including providing advice, Better Hunting, wild game meat donation, Herds of Special Interest, and more. Check it out here (PDF File).
2025 Hunting trends – enter to win!
Better Hunting is two years old! What do you want from it or NZ hunter education next? Share your ideas about improving hunter education in New Zealand. Have your say and make sure what you would find useful is on the radar. Complete the Better Hunting learner survey here. Bonus: For 2025 we’re trialing expanding … Continue reading 2025 Hunting trends – enter to win!
Better Hunting Tahr Ballot briefing – complete before you fly
Hunting tahr in a wilderness area is a unique experience and a rare opportunity for many hunters. This opportunity is only made available because of the contribution that you make to conservation through your hunting activity. The decisions you make while in the mountains are important. The NZ Game Animal Council (GAC) with support from … Continue reading Better Hunting Tahr Ballot briefing – complete before you fly
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
A beginner’s guide to pig hunting
This originally appeared in the August/September 2024 edition of the NZ Hunter magazine A Better Hunting guide for aspiring pig hunters New Zealand’s pig hunters are a valued and unique part of the sector. There is a huge amount of preparation and work that goes into pig hunting, above and beyond what’s required with other … Continue reading A beginner’s guide to pig hunting
Maximising hunting opportunities with Better Hunting
This originally appeared in the June/July 2024 edition of the NZ Hunter magazine A Better Hunting guide on where and how to hunt. How do you hunt? It’s a broad question and one so obvious that many new and inexperienced hunters may be afraid to ask it. It is also so fundamental that many experienced … Continue reading Maximising hunting opportunities with Better Hunting