South-west Victoria collection schedule
Bounty program update
The Victorian Fox Bounty has resumed for 2026. The collection schedule is available on this website.
Please note: The Bendigo Collection centre has moved to a new location for 2026.
The Victorian Fox Bounty is currently funded to 30 June 2026 and reward payments will remain at the increased rate of $14 per fox scalp.
To streamline the application process and ensure prompt electronic payment, participants are encouraged to create an online bounty account. We can no longer issue cheque payments. All payments must be made via direct deposit.
Participants must comply with all program terms and conditions. These can be viewed on this website. For further information please call 136 186 or email bounty.applications@agriculture.vic.gov.au
General information
Please check this page for the latest information, as the collection schedule is subject to change.
Acceptable entire fox scalps will be collected from eligible members of the public at specific dates and times, and from sites scheduled as collection centres.
Participants are encouraged to read and become familiar with the bounty terms and conditions to ensure they are eligible for payment.
Please note that no entire fox scalps will be accepted at any public counter or state government office. Collections will only be accepted at the designated times and locations.
Ballarat collections
Address: Ballarat Field and Game (Haddon Common Bushland Reserve), 726 Bells Road, Haddon 3351
Time: 11 am to 1 pm
Dates:
- Tuesday 10 March
- Tuesday 7 April
- Monday 4 May
- Monday 1 June
Geelong collections
Address: 16 Cadman Terrace, North Geelong 3220
Time: 9 am to 11 am
Dates:
- Wednesday 11 March
- Wednesday 8 April
- Tuesday 5 May
- Tuesday 2 June
Colac collections
Address: 23a Hugh Murray Drive, Colac East 3250
Time: 2 pm to 4 pm
Dates:
- Wednesday 11 March
- Wednesday 8 April
- Tuesday 5 May
- Tuesday 2 June
Warrnambool collections
Address: 703–709 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool 3280
Time: 8.30 am to 10.30 am
Dates:
- Thursday 12 March
- Thursday 9 April
- Wednesday 6 May
- Wednesday 3 June
Hamilton collections
Address: Depot, Hamilton Centre, Research Station Road, Hamilton 3300
Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm
Dates:
- Thursday 12 March
- Thursday 9 April
- Wednesday 6 May
- Wednesday 3 June