Australian Hunting and Beyond Podcast

137. Pinnacle Hunting Australia

From the fallow and red deer rut to big barra, hunting gear, mapping apps, and the truth about influencer gear reviews with Jake from Pinnacle Hunting Australia [https://www.instagram.com/pinnacle_hunting_australia/]. In this episode, Matt [https://www.instagram.com/uncommonhunter/] is joined by Jake from Pinnacle Hunting Australia for a wide-ranging conversation covering just about everything happening in the hunting world right now. We recap the fallow and red deer rut that has just wrapped up, including Jake taking his first red stag and the lessons and excitement that came with it. Looking ahead, the boys also discuss the upcoming Rusa rut and what hunters should be preparing for. The conversation then shifts into hunting gear, with honest discussion around boots, backpacks, rifles, optics, and what actually performs in the field. Brands like Tikka, Weatherby, Howa, Savage, and Sako all get mentioned, along with scopes and binoculars from Zerotech and Vortex. Matt and Jake also tackle the growing influencer culture around hunting gear, discussing paid promotions, marketing, and how hunters can work out who and what to trust when spending hard-earned money on equipment. We also talk about Avenza Maps and the frustration surrounding charging changes, before finishing with some fishing yarns — including Jake’s impressive barra over the one metre mark. It’s an episode packed with hunting stories, practical gear talk, honest opinions, and plenty of laughs along the way. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show, you can find all the links here [https://linktr.ee/australianhuntingandbeyond]. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest you’d like to hear on the show, get in touch via our socials. Disclaimer: Content shared on this podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only. For the full disclaimer, click on this link [https://huntingandbeyond.wixsite.com/mysite/disclaimer].

136. Battling Bucks with Matt from Northwest Outfitters

In this episode, Matt [https://www.instagram.com/uncommonhunter/] is joined by Matt [https://www.instagram.com/scrub.hunter/] from Northwest Outfitters [https://www.instagram.com/northwest_outfitters/] to break down the tactics and strategy behind consistently finding success on fallow deer during the rut. The conversation dives into reading deer behaviour, positioning, calling, timing, and adapting to changing conditions when bucks are fired up and moving hard. We also discuss what it’s like guiding hunters, the pressure and reward that comes with helping others succeed in the field, and some of the memorable encounters that come with spending so much time chasing deer. Matt shares stories and lessons from his recent New Zealand hunting trip, comparing terrain, hunting styles, and the overall experience across the Tasman. One of the highlights of the episode is discussing an incredible piece of footage where Matt successfully takes a buck with his bow on camera, capturing the intensity and emotion of the moment from start to finish. It’s an episode packed with practical deer hunting knowledge, real hunting stories, and a genuine passion for life in the bush. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show, you can find all the links here [https://linktr.ee/australianhuntingandbeyond]. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest you’d like to hear on the show, get in touch via our socials. Disclaimer: Content shared on this podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only. For the full disclaimer, click on this link [https://huntingandbeyond.wixsite.com/mysite/disclaimer].

135. On the Hunt Australia

In this episode, Matt [https://www.instagram.com/uncommonhunter/] is joined by Chris from On the Hunt Australia [https://www.instagram.com/on.the.hunt.australia/] to talk about getting into hunting later in life and how it has grown into a major passion shared with his young family. Chris shares how thermal hunting has opened up new opportunities in the field, the role modern technology now plays in hunting, and how rapidly thermal equipment has advanced in recent years. The conversation covers the challenges of gaining and maintaining private property access, why strong relationships with landholders matter more than ever, and the realities hunters face in today’s environment. Chris also recounts a confronting encounter involving suspected poaching activity and the impact illegal behaviour has on ethical hunters and future access opportunities. Matt and Chris also break down this year’s rut, discussing deer behaviour, conditions, lessons learned, and the moments that made the season memorable. It’s an episode filled with honest hunting stories, practical insights, and discussion around the evolving landscape of hunting in Australia. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show, you can find all the links here [https://linktr.ee/australianhuntingandbeyond]. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest you’d like to hear on the show, get in touch via our socials. Disclaimer: Content shared on this podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only. For the full disclaimer, click on this link [https://huntingandbeyond.wixsite.com/mysite/disclaimer].

134. Rut & Roar Recap with Tusks and Tines

Rut and roar recap with close encounters, multiple deer on the ground, hard-earned lessons, and a wild run-in with a venomous snake. In this episode, Matt [https://www.instagram.com/matt_huntingandbeyond/]is joined by Ryan from Tusks and Tines [https://www.instagram.com/tusks.and.tines/] to recap his rut and roar season chasing fallow bucks and red stags. The conversation is packed with close-range encounters, intense moments in the bush, and multiple successful hunts where some quality deer hit the ground. We dive into the strategies and tactics that made the difference during the rut — reading deer behaviour, positioning, timing, and making the most of those short windows when everything comes together. Ryan shares what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons learned across the season. The episode also highlights how unpredictable the bush can be, with a close run-in with a venomous snake adding to an already action-packed trip. It’s a reminder of the awareness and respect required every time you head out. This is a story-driven episode full of real hunting experiences, practical takeaways, and honest reflections from a big rut and roar season. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show, you can find all the links here [https://linktr.ee/australianhuntingandbeyond]. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest you’d like to hear on the show, get in touch via our socials. Disclaimer: Content shared on this podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only. For the full disclaimer, click on this link [https://huntingandbeyond.wixsite.com/mysite/disclaimer].

133. Croak Camp 2026. Bucks, misses and laughs!

The highs and lows of Croak Camp 2026 — chasing fallow bucks in Coolah, big moments, missed opportunities, plenty of laughs, and the latest NSW firearms registry updates. In this episode, Matt [https://www.instagram.com/matt_huntingandbeyond/] is joined by Dave and Frodo to relive the highs and lows of Croak Camp 2026, chasing croaking fallow bucks in Coolah with Northwest Outfitters [https://www.instagram.com/northwest_outfitters/?hl=en]. The boys share the full story from the trip — early mornings, roaring bucks, and the chaos that comes with hunting during one of the most exciting times of the season. Matt manages to get it done with a solid buck on the ground, while Dave has one of those hunts every hunter knows too well — multiple opportunities that just don’t quite come together. Frodo rounds things out with a great result, taking a big pig and a doe, adding to an already action-packed trip. There’s no shortage of hunting yarns, laughs, and honest reflections on what went right and what didn’t. The episode captures the reality of camp — the wins, the misses, and the moments in between that make these trips what they are. We also touch on the latest updates from the NSW Firearms Registry, including applications for target shooting as a new genuine reason, and what that could mean moving forward for shooters. For the latest information, news, giveaways and anything mentioned on the show, you can find all the links here [https://linktr.ee/australianhuntingandbeyond]. If you have a question, topic, gear review suggestion or a guest you’d like to hear on the show, get in touch via our socials. Disclaimer: Content shared on this podcast is for general information and entertainment purposes only. For the full disclaimer, click on this link [https://huntingandbeyond.wixsite.com/mysite/disclaimer].