Introduction and learning objectives

In this unit, we explore the role of legislation in regulating hunting on private and public lands in NSW, and how it maintains the reputation of safe, responsible and ethical hunters.

The following are the unit objectives:

• understand why we have hunting laws
• know where to find specific NSW legislation
• know which pieces of legislation apply to hunting in NSW
• understand and abide by the NSW Game Hunting Licence Code of Practice
• search for information relating to companion dogs
• show awareness of hunting Inspectors and the consequences for breaking the law.