If you hunt or kill game during an open season, you must follow the rules in the notice that declares the open season. You are not allowed to hunt or kill game, or have game in your possession, if it goes against what the notice says. If you do not follow these rules, you commit an infringement offence.
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70C: Hunting without licence during open season, or
"Hunting on your own land during open season without a licence is allowed, but others need one."
70E: Hunting wildlife in contravention of conditions prescribed by Minister, or
"Breaking the Minister's rules for hunting wildlife is against the law"
A person must not, during an open season, hunt or kill game, or have in the person’s possession any game, in contravention of the terms of the notice declaring the open season.
A person who fails to comply with this section commits an infringement offence.
