Australian Pig Doggers and Hunters Association

spokesperson Ned Makim said there were huge benefits for landholders from better access to land.

It could help landholders struggling with the effects of the drought by giving them another income stream.

But hunters can also play a role in helping landholders by reporting any issues on the property.

“[Hunters] don’t just help out with reducing the number of animals causing problems,” he said.

“If they have a good relationship with the landholder they can report  back what they see from the property.

“Some staff on the properties don’t get to all corners of the property for days, weeks or even months.

“If a hunter sees a trough leaking, or a broken valve, they can save the landholder time and money and even save stock by reporting it.”

Mr Makim said there a raft of benefits from legal and ethical hunting, including boosting the economy of smaller communities.

“Hunters make a point of spending their money in isolated and remote communities,” he said.

“They have close relationships with the people in the area and are mindful of supporting these parts.”

Mr Makim said hunters spent about $6000 per year with the majority of it spend in remote communities.

There is an E-petition running on the Queensland government website for the Establishment of a Queensland Pest and Game Management Authority. 

Research indicates hunters spend about $6000 a year with the majority of it spend in remote communities.