10 Dec 2024

Greyhound racing to be banned in New Zealand

From Checkpoint, 4:07 pm on 10 December 2024

Politicians are rushing through legislation this afternoon to stop the unnecessary killings of race dogs - after it was announced greyhound racing will be banned in New Zealand. Racing Minister Winston Peters said the call had been made to protect the welfare of racing dogs - it's thought there could be up to 3,500 across the country. It's left the Greyhound Racing industry reeling, while animal welfare groups say it is a monumental win for animal rights in Aotearoa. Jimmy Ellingham has been trackside to gauge reaction.