Whangarei locals turned out in force today
to oppose rodeo outside the Mid Northern Rodeo.
Joining them were people from the upper North Island,
Auckland and Waikato who gathered outside the rodeo gates
holding placards saying “STOP RODEO” and a large
banner.
“Recent information revealed that over the
last 5 years it’s cost taxpayers over $1.3 million in ACC
claims for people who had injuries sustained during rodeo
events,” says Direct Animal Action spokesperson Apollo
Taito.
“Since only 25% of New Zealanders oppose a
ban on rodeo, it's shocking that the other 75% are lassoed
into footing the bill for rodeo cruelty,”
“Recent
footage released showing young calves being violently roped
and handled is yet more proof that rodeo has got to
go,”
“We’re pleased the Greens have a Private
Members Bill that will get rid of the worst aspects of rodeo
like calf roping. But we’re calling on the Government to
take stronger action by banning rodeo full stop,” says Mr.
Taito
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