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‘Hunting State’ Holds Its Ground: Shooters Party Backs ‘Good Win’ Over Animal Activists

State government’s call came after the recreational pursuit went very close to being made illegal last year.
‘Hunting State’ Holds Its Ground: Shooters Party Backs ‘Good Win’ Over Animal Activists
A hunter loads his gun during a morning duck shooting at Mercer. Sandra Mu/Getty Images
Josh Spasaro
Josh Spasaro
4/13/2025|Updated: 4/15/2025
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Shooters, Fishers and Farmers (SFF) Victoria Treasurer Ethan Constantinou says his state is the best place in the country for duck hunting—and he’s delighted the recreational activity is still allowed.

In January 2024, duck hunting came close to being banned when a parliamentary committee recommended ending the activity. But the Allan government rejected those findings.

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