Victoria's Game Management Authority accused of ignoring duck hunting breaches, bullying opponents
Victoria's Game Management Authority (GMA) faces accusations of ignoring illegal duck hunting and bullying animal rights activists. Critics claim the agency has publicly targeted rescuers on social media, leading to harassment, while the government plans to merge the GMA with the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
Why it matters
The controversy highlights tensions between wildlife conservationists and hunting regulators, raising concerns about government transparency and the safety of activists.
Complaints have been made against the Game Management Authority, which oversees duck hunting in Victoria. ( Supplied: RSPCA )
The article focuses heavily on the grievances of activists and the accusations against the government agency.
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