Tasmanian Government Adjusts Deer Hunting Rules Amid Rising Deer Numbers
The Tasmanian government has modified regulations governing deer hunting, loosening restrictions in an effort to address growing deer populations. Farmers and industry representatives have responded that the changes are insufficient to reduce deer numbers and represent an inadequate response.
The Tasmanian government is loosening rules for shooting deer in an attempt to manage rising deer populations. According to abc_au, the government is making changes to the rules for deer hunting in the state. Farmers say the new rules are insufficient to reduce deer numbers. According to bluesky, farmers describe the changes as inadequate. The sector's peak body, as reported by abc_au, is calling for deer to be declared a pest. Deer numbers in Tasmania continue to soar, according to bluesky.
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