Victorian Hound Hunters VHH

01/09/2026

Bendigo, we're heading your way!

Victorian Hound Hunters Inc. will be attending The Australian Fishing & Outdoor Expo at Bendigo on Saturday, 7th & Sunday, 8th November 2026!

Whether you're an experienced hunter, new to the sport, or just want to learn more about hound hunting, hound welfare, and sustainable hunting practices in Victoria, drop by our stand and say g'day!

👉 What to expect at our booth:
🔹 Chat with our committee and experienced members
🔹 Learn about hound hunting regulations, ethics, and best practices
🔹 Find out how to get involved or join the VHH
🔹 Grab official VHH merchandise

🎟️ Event Details:
📅 Dates: November 7th & 8th, 2026

📍 Location: Bendigo Showgrounds, Nth Bendigo, Victoria

🔗 Tickets & Info: [tafoe.com.au](https://tafoe.com.au/)

Tag your mates, plan your weekend, and come support the hunting community. We look forward to seeing you there!

18/08/2026

This week, VHH was awarded Facebook’s Emerging Talent badge, recognition for content that’s sparking real engagement and interest.

But here’s what the badge really means: our voice is growing. Every share, comment, and follow amplifies the message of responsible hound hunting across Victoria.

Thank you to every member, and supporter who backs our socials and our organisation. Big things happen when you are heard, and at the VHH, we move mountains, not molehills.

13/08/2026

The Outdoor Recreation Bill has passed!

Outdoor Recreation Victoria becomes 'Fishing, Hunting and Outdoor Recreation Victoria' (FHOV). While it won’t exist as a discrete ministerial portfolio, it will exist as an organisation, and that distinction matters.
The push to have hunting actively promoted, not just regulated, was something Victorian Hound Hunters Inc. campaigned for strongly, and we’re proud to see it now embedded in the new body’s remit. This is a genuine step forward for hunting in Victoria, and it didn’t happen by accident. The GMA could never promote hunting. FHOV can.
A shout out to Jeff Bourman and the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Party for their persistence in driving this through Parliament. Jeff has been a tireless advocate for hunters and outdoor recreation across the state, and a genuine supporter of VHH, always willing to listen, back our members, and stand up for hound hunting when it counts. This result is a credit to that work.
We also want to acknowledge the collaboration of hunting organisations right across Victoria. When our community works together, sharing information, backing each other’s advocacy, and presenting a united voice to government, we get outcomes. VHH is proud to have played its part alongside them.

There’s more work ahead, but today is a win worth celebrating. 🐕🦌
Victorian Hound Hunters Inc.

10/08/2026

Great to See the New Breeds Coming Through!

It’s fantastic to see photos filtering through of the newly accepted Blueticks and Black & Tan Coonhounds out in the field across Victoria!

Even better is hearing the positive feedback from hunters on how these hounds are performing. Like any young pups coming into the pack, it doesn’t happen overnight, it takes time, patience, and dedicated training for them to mature, build experience, and truly learn the craft.

We’re excited to watch their progress as more of these lines develop and establish themselves in Victorian hound hunting scene.

Got photos or stories of your young Blueticks or Black & Tans in action?
Drop them in the comments below, we’d love to see how they're coming along! 👇

28/07/2026

We are the hound people. We are active hunters. And we are 100% committed.

Every time you step into the bush with your hounds, you’re standing in a tradition built over more than a century of heritage. But heritage only survives when it is actively defended.

Hound hunting is a massively un-utilised resource in the management of Sambar deer in this state, and we want that to change.

Victorian Hound Hunters Inc. is the united voice our sport needs right now.
Driven by a committed volunteer committee of active hunters just like you, we are working around the clock to protect our access, defend our grounds, and push back against those who want to erode our way of life.

If you value hound hunting, if you want the next generation to experience the thrill of the chase, and if you want this tradition to remain strong in Victoria, it’s time to step up.

We are stronger together. Show your support and lock in your membership today. 🤝

👉 Join or Renew Here:
https://www.victorianhoundhunters.com.au/become-a-member/

28/07/2026

26/07/2026

🔥 SALE: VHH 25th Anniversary Track Pants – Black 🔥

Was $70 — now just $55

✅ Reinforced knees – built for the paddock, the bush, or wherever the hunt takes you
✅ Seriously comfy fit
✅ Limited edition 25th Anniversary design
✅ Proudly VHH

Grab yours today 👉 https://www.victorianhoundhunters.com.au/product/vhh-25th-anniversary-track-pants-black/

Check out our other items on sale too, like the VHH Orange and Black 25th Anniversary Cap for just $15.00 🧢

21/07/2026

Rest easy, Steven Young. 🕊️

Sad news has reached us — Steven John Young, known to many in the hunting and outdoors community, passed away at home in Jamieson on 18 July, aged 44.

Loving father to Tegan, Zoey, Millie, Corey and Luke. Brother to Debbie and Maree, uncle to Kade and Brodie, and a good mate to many across our community.

Forever Young, and now looking down on the hills he loved. Our thoughts are with his family and everyone who knew him at this difficult time. 💚🖤

Rest in peace, mate. Gone but never forgotten.

Victorian Hound Hunters Inc.

https://www.mccormackfunerals.com.au/funeral-service/steven-john-young/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTMEehleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEegwzNJIvAL8BJNeg6sjk9BgB2zIwcMnfvqvMKnPWNW5OwEOMqeab_hEJ503U_aem_SWAXUR2l982z9_Jn8BYwIQ

Loving father to Tegan, Zoey, Millie, Corey and Luke. Awesome and fun loving brother to Debbie and Maree and uncle to Kade and Brodie. Friend to Marnie and Megan and a good mate to many.

12/07/2026

SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US 🙌

Optic Hunting Gear have stood by the VHH as a Gold Sponsor for years, always in our corner, always backing our community.
Now it's our turn to back them.
After the devastating fire that destroyed their Cobram shop and warehouse, Ben and the team need our support to get back on their feet.
The VHH has already donated $2,500 to help them rebuild, and we're asking our members and mates to chip in whatever you can too.
Every bit helps. Let's show up for the people who've always shown up for us. 💪

https://gofund.me/28fde018c

hey guys as a lot of you are aware optic hunting gear burnt down last week destroying … Brenan Jones needs your support for help for the boys at optic hunting

09/07/2026

A Message of Support for Optic Hunting Gear 💔

Our thoughts are with one of VHH's longest-standing and most dedicated sponsors, Optic Hunting Gear, following the devastating fire that destroyed their shop and warehouse in Cobram last night at around 7:30pm.

Ben has poured years of hard work into building that business, and the Cobram store has been the heart of it all. Seeing it impacted like this is heartbreaking for everyone who knows what it represents.

Optic Hunting Gear has stood by VHH through countless events over the years — now it's our turn to stand by them.

VHH, our members, and the wider hunting community are ready to support Ben and the team in any way we can. Please keep them in your thoughts, and stay tuned for updates on how you can help.

Please don't try to contact the team at Optic at the moment, they have allot on their plate.

🦌 Victorian Hound Hunters Inc.