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Horse Meat in Australia ~ Response to Des Houghton’s Opinion Piece “They eat horses don’t they? Yes and so should we”

Posted on 27/02/2011 by Admin

An opinion piece titled “They eat horses don’t they? Yes and so should we” by Des Houghton in Queensland’s Courier Mail newspaper has freshly renewed both outcry and dismay over “celebrity butcher” Vince Gareffa’s move to make the sale of … Continue reading →

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Help Feed RDA Therapy Horses in Perth

Posted on 16/12/2010 by Admin

Many of you will be well aware of the fantastic work done by Riding for the Disabled (RDA) all over Australia. Unfortunately the RDA in Perth lost one of their major sponsors recently, and are now struggling to find the funds … Continue reading →

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Anti-Horse Meat Petition Update

Posted on 25/11/2010 by Admin

The newly launched petition against the sale of horse meat for human consumption has already gained more than 1000 signatures from Western Australians. It will be tabled in WA state parliament today by MP Lisa Baker MLA who is the … Continue reading →

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Update on the “Say NO to the Sale of Horse Meat for Human Consumption in Australia” Campaign

Posted on 19/11/2010 by Admin

The campaign against the sale of horse meat for human consumption in Western Australia has not gone away. Another demonstration is going to be held in Perth, and the organisers are also working on getting paper petitions out and about … Continue reading →

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Horses for Courses protest on ABC Breakfast radio show

Posted on 11/10/2010 by Admin

A story about the protest against the sale of horse meat for human consumption in Perth aired on ABC radio this morning. You can listen to the story here on the ABC website. You can even download the interview and … Continue reading →

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Horses out in force for “No Horses for Courses” protest in Perth today!

Posted on 10/10/2010 by Admin

The demonstration against the sale of horse meat for human consumption in Australia has been declared a success by its organisers in Perth today. 12 equines were in attendance, including a donkey who came out in support! The group was … Continue reading →

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Sun 10th Oct ~ A busy day for horse welfare in WA and NSW!

Posted on 05/10/2010 by Admin

Got anything planned for this Sunday, the 10th of October? Three events are planned in the world of horse welfare: 1. The protest gathering against the sale of horse meat for human consumption in Australia will be underway at the … Continue reading →

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Protest Rally Against Horse Meat for Human Consumption in Western Australia

Posted on 18/09/2010 by Admin

You may have seen this issue in the news over the last few months. A petition has gained nearly 4,000 signatures. Please sign it here if you feel strongly about this issue. A peaceful protest rally is being organised for … Continue reading →

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