in the media
Perhaps the pork industry is taking after many of is factory farmed pigs and gone completely insane. They must be to seriously entertain the notion they can successfully introduce a so-called ’welfare approved’ pork labelling scheme on their products. A label that ultimately will approve all factory farmed pork to get their happy welfare tick! SAFE says it is nothing more than a deceitful marketing ploy that will surely backfire faster than you can say ’boycott factory farmed pork!’
CINEMA-GOERS looked surprised and amused to see seven costume-clad ’pigs’ and ’chickens’ joining them at the movies recently.
SAFE IS OPENING an office in Wellington and seeks to employ a Wellington Coordinator on a part-time basis.
WITH THE SCHOOL holidays looming, SAFE is planning a session called ’Why Animals Matter’ for young people with a passion for animals.
FOUR SAFE volunteers teamed up recently to enter the SBS 10km Marathon walk - in pig costumes!
VIVISECTION WORKSHOPS are being held in the next few weeks in both Auckland and Christchurch. Come along!
make a wish come true
WEB DEVELOPERS, STEP FORWARD!
SAFE seeks a sympathetic and professional web-development company to consider partnering up with SAFE for an exciting venture to re-develop SAFE’s comprehensive CMS that manages all of the various websites. If your company is up for a challenge please email anthony@safe.org.nz for details.
inspiring animal profiles
OCEAN SUNFISH
These incredible animals are known for their bizarre looks and enormous size. Adult sunfish spend most of their time about 200 metres below the surface, and sometimes swim as deep as 600 metres.
delicious meat-free recipes
SAVOURY
Oyster mushroom curry
SAVOURY
Crispy tofu and greens
DESSERT
Black bean brownies
campaign updates
SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO ELIZABETH MCCONNELL
SAFE promotions manager, Amanda Sorrenson, pays a special tribute to a special animal-hero and dedicated volunteer who sadly past away but not without leaving SAFE a tremendous gift.
PORK INDUSTRY BEING LEFT BEHIND
The New Zealand Pork industry’s claims that welfare standards for pigs in this country are higher than in Australia have become increasingly hollow.
A DUTCH PARTY FOR ANIMALS
The Dutch Partij voor Dieren (Party for the Animals) made worldwide news three years ago, by becoming the first political party for animals in the world to reach Parliament. They’re back!
STANDING OUT ON THE STREET!
Nelson student Cindi Thompson says she has always felt more of a connection with animals than people, which is perhaps why she spent her Saturday morning on Trafalgar St dressed as a pig.
 
 
cruelty free giveaways
PURE AND GREEN ORGANICS
Pure & Green Organics is a sustainable company, from the supply of raw materials to the packaging. With an amazing range of skin, body, dental and hair care, you are bound to find something that suits your needs. All their products are certified organic, palm oil free (to protect orang-utan habitats), vegan and not tested on animals. We have one amazing Pure & Green Organics gift pack to give away. To enter, email us with your name and postal details. ENTER NOW!
Congratulations to Seini O’Connor who has won the Apteka hair care range.  
 
 
fancy new shop arrivals
LEAHEY BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP
Stay warm in the face of winter with our lovely new range of 100% vegan soups. Creamy broccoli “cheese” or hearty “beef” rice soups will have you wishing for more cosy nights in front of the fire. For a limited time, grab our introductory special of two for the price of one on the 48g size soup!
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take action
SAY NO TO PIG CRUELTY
If you haven’t done so already, TAKE THE PLEDGE against pig cruelty. Encourage your family and friends to do the same.
wild and watchable
AMERICA journalist and talk show host Katie Couric speaks with Ellen DeGeneres about becoming a vegan.
WATCHED SAFE’s pig farming in New Zealand video yet? Narrated by Robyn Malcolm. Check it out!
ANIMALS in television commercials can be hilarious or annoying. Both are included in this segment! Gotta love the anti-Coke/Pepsi advert!
 
staff picks and gems
THIS LITTLE piggy went to... ummm... errr... your house for 40 kilos of fresh potato salad.
WHEN THE humans are away, the cats will... play?
ARDENT environmentalist Nandor Tanczos makes some very sensible arguments against AgResearch’s self-proclaimed ’Holy Grail’ to ’solving’ our serious emission problems caused by farming animals.