The Wild Deer Expo is packed with action across two stages, with butchery and cooking demos in the Game Kitchen, expert talks on the Hunt Talks stage, and a special Women in Hunting Q&A.
Plus, exhibitors will be running their own demos and showcasing the latest gear, food and services throughout the day – making it the ultimate weekend for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.
Jo Barret
Jo Barrett is one of Australia’s most innovative chefs, known for her focus on sustainability and creating delicious dishes with minimal waste. Through her work with projects like Discovered Foods, she champions using every part of the ingredient and inspires cooks to think creatively about food.
Ross O'Meara
Chef, game-harvester, and former co-host of SBS’s 'Gourmet Farmer'. With over three decades of culinary experience and a passion for ethical, paddock-to-plate eating, Ross is a sought-after authority on game meat harvesting and sustainable food.
Rick Petersen
Survival expert and cast member of Alone Australia, Rick brings years of bushcraft knowledge. He shares practical skills and insights on survival priorities, essential gear, and developing the mindset to thrive outdoors.
Karla Pound
Karla Pound is a naturalist, expedition leader, and commercial helicopter pilot with a passion for wildlife, bushcraft, and survival. Known for Alone Season 3 and her work with National Geographic, Karla’s adventurous career spans outback Australia and beyond, sharing her love of nature and indigenous culture.
Brad Murphy
Bowhunting coach with over 20 years of experience hunting game across Australia, North America, New Zealand, Europe, and Greenland. Having represented Australia at the IBO World Titles, Brad now shares his expertise to help bowhunters of all levels improve their skills through structured coaching.
Rob Fickling
The presenter and producer of the award-winning hunting TV series ' Beyond The Divide', founder of Moroka.30 and SORD.