Cat-hunting competition category culled after backlash
Young hunters under 14 were being encouraged to kill as many wild cats as possible
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Animal group condemns kids' cat-shooting contest
Children can win $250 for killing the most cats without a microchip.
Teen hunters, 15, missing in East Coast forest found
The two boys had not returned from a hunting trip.
'It's a safety issue': Ban on game bird shooting from boats
A close call for Whanganui walkers led to a shooting ban on part of the Whanganui River.
Mother-daughter duo ready to host Hunt Week
The Beatties are hosting a week of hunting and socialising in Otago’s hinterland.
'Silly accident, severe consequences': Hunter shares injury story
“The big lesson for me was, it can happen to anyone."
Deer stalking: Focus on safety this roar season, say police
Police would like to remind hunters to prioritise their and their mates' safety this roar.
ACC urges hunters to stop and think this roar season
MSC and ACC agree roar hunting-related injuries are preventable.
More than 400 goats killed on Remutaka Hill Road
Authorities are working hard to keep a lid on the growth of feral goat populations.
Foot-and-mouth disease: Why a NZ outbreak is so feared
The threat to jobs alone is formidable.
Swazi man Davey Hughes ready for duck hunting season
Outdoor apparel maker Davey Hughes is fresh off the roar and straight to the duck pond.
No legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsman
Flesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.
Farmers urge change to 'legacy attitudes' towards deer hunting
Farmers are struggling with a surging deer population
Missing hunter winched to safety from Kaweka Range
The man huddled under a survival blanket for more than 48 hours, police said.
Possum trapper convicted over abusive messages to Chris Hipkins
Wayne McIvor, 53, also made 32 calls to emergency services and the police.
Boar-derline: Pig hunter's kills parked up at airport
Sight of pig carcasses at busy airport criticised – but many voice support for hunter.
Unlicensed hunter shot deer from the driver's seat of his car
"He saw those deer crossing the road and it was one temptation too many."
Feral rabbits could be shot as hunting dog gets invite
Pets to pests: Rabbits running rampant in Auckland Domain could be shot.
Hunters airlifted from rugged terrain near Mt Cook
Pair located uninjured at 3pm and successfully evacuated at 4.30pm.
Landowner calls for tougher penalites for poachers
The South Island has the highest rate of illegal hunting in the country.
Women shot by duck hunters: Man charged with careless use of firearm
A man, 26, has been arrested after two women were hit by pellets.
Closing in: Cops chase up tips on duck hunters after women hit by shotgun pellets
The women were walking near the Clutha River on May 1.
Police release photos of duck shooters after women suffer shotgun injuries
Information sought regarding two men who might be connected to the incident.
Duck-shooting season begins in Southland
The annual game-bird hunting season has kicked off after last year's season was delayed due to Covid-19. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / The South Today
Police seek duck shooters after women suffer shotgun injuries
Duck shooters leave two women with minor pellet injuries while walking along a track.
Tahr hunting tragedy: Mystery remains but experts have theories
DoC accepts it could improve information around hazards and risks.
'He'd been out for several days': Hunter and dog rescued from mountains
More hunters are expected for 2021 roar, after last year's season was cancelled.
Possum fur industry needs fashion support
Shoppers can support local pest control and the environment by buying possum products.
Common sense solution for farmer firearms endorsements - Feds
Feds thanks NZ First for "common sense approach to this matter".
To the maimai, to the pond! Duck shooting season underway
Duck hunting enthusiasts were finally able to head out at the weekend.
Game on - sports to resume under level 2
Hunters get ready - a delayed duck shooting season kicks off next Saturday.
What level 3 means for you: Fishing, surfing, hunting on menu
Some activities are allowed - but strong restrictions remain.