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Game Animal Council
The Game Animal Council is a statutory body that represents the interests of the hunting sector and improves the management of hunting resources while contributing to positive conservation outcomes.

The Game Animal Councils' work involves advising the Minister of Conservation, informing and educating the sector, and conducting game animal research. Read about the role and functions of the Game Animal Council.

Read about the role of DOC (and Minister of Conservation) under the Game Animal Council Act.