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AJP Advocates For Pound Transparency: Pawsitive Change Campaign Honours Benny
Wednesday, 3 July 2024, 10:14 am | Animal Justice Party
Heartbreaking Story Sparks the Pawsitive Campaign: A Call for Urgent Reform in Dog Welfare More >>
Live Exports: A Global Animal Welfare Crisis
Monday, 1 July 2024, 10:16 am | Animal Justice Party
AJP Condemns Proposed Revival of Live Exports: 'A Step Backwards for Animal Welfare Globally' More >>
What Is The Government Waiting For? AJP Calls (Again) For Total Ban On Greyhound Racing In Aotearoa New Zealand
Saturday, 15 June 2024, 1:32 pm | Animal Justice Party
Their policy aims to end the exploitation and suffering of greyhounds immediately, ensuring a more humane and compassionate future for these animals. More >>
An Urgent Call For Compassion In Dog Pound Policies
Thursday, 13 June 2024, 7:17 pm | Animal Justice Party
The Animal Justice Party (AJP) views the urgent appeal to save a dog in Pen 46 at the Christchurch City Council (CCC) pound as a critical example of the need for reform in how animals are assessed and treated in pounds. A local resident's plea to adopt ... More >>
Another Greyhound Death Highlights Urgency For Immediate Racing Ban
Sunday, 26 May 2024, 1:33 pm | Animal Justice Party
To our knowledge at least six dogs have lost their lives in this ruthless Industry since the beginning of the year, including two in a single race at Christchurch’s Addington Raceway on 16 May 2024. More >>
Maintaining the Ban on Live Animal Exports: Essential for New Zealand’s Reputation and Welfare Standards
Saturday, 25 May 2024, 4:51 pm | Animal Justice Party
In response to the recent statement by Federated Farmers advocating for the reversal of the live export ban, Animal Justice Party (AJP) asserts that we must address the critical issues that such a reversal would pose to NZ's international reputation, ... More >>
AJP Condemns Canterbury Feral Cat Hunting Competition
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 11:47 am | Animal Justice Party
AJP stands in opposition to the announcement of the North Canterbury Hunting Competition, including the controversial inclusion of a feral cat hunting category. This decision flies in the face of compassion, ethical treatment of animals, and sustainable environmental ... More >>
Animal Justice Party Calls For An End To Duck Shooting In Aotearoa
Tuesday, 7 May 2024, 11:26 am | Animal Justice Party
The normalisation of violence against animals, particularly through activities like duck shooting, is shamefully far too commonplace in our society. Our Kiwi culture should not be about killing for fun. More >>
Collective Action Brings Awareness For Hector's Dolphins
Monday, 25 March 2024, 7:43 pm | Animal Justice Party
In a remarkable display of unity and shared purpose, individuals, experts and organisations spoke up for Hector’s dolphins before, during and after the SailGP race. The Animal Justice Party (AJP) is delighted that the unique and endangered Hector’s dolphins, ... More >>
Concern Over Impending SailGP Event Threatening Hector's Dolphins In Ōtautahi/Christchurch
Monday, 18 March 2024, 10:24 am | Animal Justice Party
With the upcoming SailGP event in Ōtautahi/Christchurch looming, there is mounting apprehension regarding the safety of Hector's dolphins, an endangered species unique to New Zealand waters. The event, scheduled to take place in an area frequented by ... More >>
SailGP Event Threatens Hector's Dolphins
Saturday, 16 March 2024, 12:17 pm | Animal Justice Party
Concern Over Impending SailGP Event Threatening Hector's Dolphins in Ōtautahi/Christchurch [Hamilton, 16 March 2024] With the upcoming SailGP event in Ōtautahi/Christchurch looming, there is mounting apprehension regarding the safety of Hector's dolphins, ... More >>
Urgent Call For Improved Animal Transport Legislations Following Tragic Accident
Wednesday, 14 February 2024, 11:13 am | Animal Justice Party
The tragic accident Monday 12 February, near Lepperton, Taranaki, involving a PTL Transport truck carrying steers going to slaughter, has sparked a call for urgent change by the Animal Justice Party NZ (AJP). This devastating accident, resulting ... More >>
Animal Justice Party Stands Against Fast-Track Bill, Protecting Animals And Environment
Monday, 12 February 2024, 11:18 am | Animal Justice Party
The Animal Justice Party Aotearoa New Zealand (AJP) stands firm in its commitment to protecting animals and their habitats, expressing concerns regarding the current Fast-Track Consent Bill. In a letter addressed to the Hon Chris Bishop, Minister ... More >>
The Government Is Going Backwards If Live Export Returns
Wednesday, 24 January 2024, 2:36 pm | Animal Justice Party
The Animal Justice Party (AJP) has witnessed an outpouring of public support in its urgent campaign against the proposed reversal of the live animal export ban. Within a short period, 500 emails were delivered to Ministers through the webpage ... More >>
AJP Launches Urgent Campaign To Protect Animals And Preserve Our Reputation
Thursday, 18 January 2024, 10:09 am | Animal Justice Party
In response to the Government's proposal to reverse the ban on live animal exports, the Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ (AJP) has launched a nationwide campaign to protect animals and preserve our reputation. The campaign centres around a letter ... More >>
Animal Justice Party NZ Stands United With Animal Justice Party NSW In Global Protest Against Adidas
Thursday, 30 November 2023, 2:56 pm | Animal Justice Party
The Animal Justice Party Aotearoa New Zealand (AJPANZ) is joining forces with our friends across the ditch to lead a global protest against sportswear giant Adidas. AJPANZ has peaceful protests set to take place in Auckland and Christchurch this ... More >>
Championing Animal Welfare In Port Waikato By-Election: Anna Rippon's Campaign With AJP
Friday, 24 November 2023, 9:44 am | Animal Justice Party
In the midst of the Port Waikato by-election, Anna Rippon's candidacy with the Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ (AJP) marks a pivotal moment in politics. The rise of AJP highlights an increasing societal demand for the ethical treatment of animals, signifying ... More >>
It’s Not ‘Hot’ To Trot
Tuesday, 21 November 2023, 9:02 am | Animal Justice Party
The New Zealand Trotting Cup held at Addington Raceway last Tuesday drew a large crowd. The $750,000 prize money attracted top pacers from around the country and the world, and sweepstakes were held in workplaces all around Canterbury, the home ... More >>
AJP Encourages Public Education To Curb Harmful Fireworks Use
Saturday, 4 November 2023, 2:51 pm | Animal Justice Party
As the government transition looms, the Animal Justice Party (AJP) doubles down on its call for a fireworks ban, highlighting the critical need for protecting both companion animals and wildlife from the adverse effects of fireworks. Despite numerous ... More >>
How To Rekindle Enthusiasm For Voting - Give Voters Something To Care About
Wednesday, 11 October 2023, 9:25 am | Animal Justice Party
A Fresh Perspective for Non-Voters: The Animal Justice Party's Compelling Appeal <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2310/64019adec95f6dd9b711.jpeg" width="720" height="720"> As New Zealanders gear up for ... More >>