Thar Still Under Sentence of Death

act-new-zealand

Thu Sep 12 2002 12:00:00 GMT+1200 (New Zealand Standard Time)

Thar Still Under Sentence of Death

Thursday, 12 September 2002, 4:26 pm
Press Release: ACT New Zealand

The Thar on Bendigo Station in Central Otago are still under sentence of death, ACT Rural Affairs Spokesman Gerry Eckhoff said today.

"My meeting with Conservation Minister Chris Carter failed to produce an assurance that these animals could remain in their secure surrounds until a review of the regulations next year".

"Relocation is the only option available according to Mr Carter, otherwise the animals must be disposed of.

"Thar are regarded as a threatened species by international conservation groups. I fail to see why New Zealand cannot be regarded as a safe haven for these magnificent animals, especially if kept behind secure fences and "farmed".

"New Zealand has an international obligation to view endangered animals with a greater degree of oversight and not focus on the advocacy of those who promote ethnic cleansing of New Zealand biodiversity," Mr Eckhoff said.

Advertisement - scroll to continue reading

a.supporter:hover {background:#EC4438!important;} @media screen and (max-width: 480px) { #byline-block div.byline-block {padding-right:16px;}}

Using Scoop for work?

Scoop is free for personal use, but you’ll need a licence for work use. This is part of our Ethical Paywall and how we fund Scoop. Join today with plans starting from less than $3 per week, plus gain access to exclusive Pro features.

Join Pro Individual Find out more

Find more from ACT New Zealand on InfoPages.