Yes, that is what is written into law.
And it says absolutely nothing about hunting or fishing.
But in the press release, it says,
“Unfortunately, this means no fishing, no hunting, no boating, no camping, and no golf. Hang up your rods, leave the tinnie in the driveway, and clean your clubs at home,” Professor Sutton said.
There are only four reasons for Victorians to leave their home: food and supplies, medical care and care giving, exercise, and work or education.
www.dhhs.vic.gov.au
So, one Police officer can fine you for doing it on your property, one may not. Will the Assistant Commissioner reviewing all fines agree or disagree with his Officers? If he agrees and you challenge a fine in Court, one Magistrate may agree and one may disagree - and you are paying the costs regardless.
I don't believe this is as unproblematic as you think.
Also, do the other States have this new Victorian review system in place after the spate of silly fines given out?
The silliest fine I've seen so far, apart from the man walking the dog, was this one about posting holiday pictures on the internet. Yes, it was rescinded by the local Police Sergeant, but he then went on to instruct the couple not to post pictures on the internet - yet another use of a power which he doesn't have.
A Victoria couple who posted photographs on Facebook of their getaway to Lakes Entrance where hit with a 'non-essential travel' fine. But the holiday snaps were actually from 2019.
www.dailymail.co.uk
Regards,
Renato