Tag: animal welfare
Pit bull legislation ‘not working’
A state parliamentary committee inquiry into restricted-dog-breed legislation has found the current system is not working and has recommended lifting a ban on registering...
Kangaroo shot with arrow in Bundoora
An animal rights group has posted a $5000 reward for anyone with information leading to the identity of the person who shot a kangaroo,...
Expert calls for kangaroo cull in growth suburbs
An independent wildlife expert has called on the state government to cull kangaroos in growth corridors before housing developments occur.
The latest RACV data shows...
Spike in road kill across outer north
Trained volunteers were called to 275 injured or sick animals in Whittlesea last month, compared to 172 cases in September and 138 in August,...
Whittlesea a hot spot for injured roos
Road kill is an increasingly common sight on Whittlesea roads with Australia’s iconic fauna dying at a higher rate than ever.
The latest RACV Insurance...
Microchip helps return cat after three years
To the surprise of his dumbfounded owner, Charlie, a ginger tabby cat, arrived home last week after a three-year walkabout.
Suzanne who asked that her...
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Restoring respect for memorials
The Westmeadows War Memorial is set to be enhanced and restored to uphold the legacy of war heroes for generations to come.
As part of...
