Bill backing conservation hunting to slash feral animal numbers comes under fire

A bill proposing the establishment of a Conservation Hunting Authority to deal with feral animal populations in NSW has sparked heated debate. Photos: Rod Hart.

A parliamentary bill in NSW that could fundamentally change the state’s relationship with hunting has triggered heated debate between supporters and opponents.

The Game and Feral Animal Legislation Amendment (Conservation Hunting) Bill 2025 proposes to establish a Conservation Hunting Authority, recognise a right to hunt, and loosen restrictions on hunting on Crown land and in state forests.

Its main aim is for the state to work with private hunters when it comes to combating feral animals.

The bill has triggered heated clashes between opponents and proponents, in parliament and on social media, about the merits of conservation hunting.

Full article published at Region Canberra

https://region.com.au/bill-backing-conservation-hunting-to-slash-feral-animal-numbers-comes-under-fire/897005/