in the media
Hopping along next month is egg-selent Easter, and we have a treat for you ... Chocolate! Since SAFE is only as strong as its members, we are offering a special membership offer. Join anytime in March and not only will you get to feel good about joining SAFE, you will enjoy some delicious chocolate too! There’s even a cruelty free organic prize draw for those who sign up to become monthly supporters!
NEW ZEALAND’S BEST green businesses at Eco Day, this Sunday in Waitakere, will include SAFE’s Cruelty Free shop. Come say hello
SAFE WHANGAREI VOLUNTEER Sophie Clayton tells Tearaway Magazine why going vegetarian and getting involved with SAFE is great!
THIS MONTH’S GOOD magazine profiles SAFE’s work in New Zealand, and provides readers with helpful ways to get involved to help animals. In-store now!
A DELICIOUS FEAST of vegan food may have convinced the Green Party not to look back!
SAFE MEETINGS are happening around the country for people wishing to get active. New people always welcome.
inspiring animal profiles
HIPPOPOTAMUS
The hippopotamus is one of the world’s most aggressive creatures, and the second largest land animal after the elephant. With their sheer size, enormous mouth and massive canine teeth, it’s no wonder humans ought to steer clear of these mammals!
delicious meat-free recipes
SOUP
Roasted red pepper
SAVOURY
Thai fried rice
DESSERT
Strawberry and mango bake
campaign updates
STOP PRESS:
DRAFT PIG CODED REVEALED
SAFE has obtained a leaked copy of the tightly guarded draft pig code which reveals why the pork industry threatened legal action to suppress crucial information related to the banning of sow crates. SAFE’s campaign director Hans Kriek responds on TV One’s Breakfast Show this morning.
NEW DAIRY CODE IGNORES ISSUE
SAFE and the Green Party says the new code of welfare for dairy cows completely ignores the issue of factory-style dairy farming and is of serious concern.
GLUE TRAP ALERT
The Auckland SPCA is calling for shoppers to alert them if they find glue traps being sold at retail or hardware stores. The cruel traps were deemed illegal for domestic use from this year.
CATCHA CRAY MACHINES GONE
Following news about Catcha Cray being banned, SAFE is pleased to announce that all the machines throughout New Zealand have now been removed. We think!
 
 
cruelty free giveaways
LIN LOU SKIN RITUALS
Skin is the largest organ of the body, so it makes sense that we should take great care of it. Lin Lou Skin Rituals views skin as sacred, and they believe that something so sacred deserves only the finest quality natural ingredients. All their products are hand-made to maintain the integrity of the plant-based ingredients, and are nutritionally beneficial for the skin. We have a fruit frenzy foam cleanser, citrus spritz toner and mandarin meringue moisturiser to give away. To enter, simply email us with your name and postal details. ENTER NOW
Congratulations to Kate Davies who has won the delightful Serenity range from Be Genki.  
 
fancy new shop arrivals
ECODENT GENTLEFLOSS
Did you know that more than 700 million plastic floss containers end up in the landfill every year? Ecodent Gentlefloss uses biodegradable cardboard containers and reduces waste by storing more floss per package. One Ecodent package has 100 yards of floss, 2-3 times the amount in other brands! This fantastic new floss is also free of beeswax, and is infused with peppermint, geranium, lavender and rosemary for naturally healthy teeth and gums.
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take action
SPECIAL EASTER MEMBERSHIP OFFER!
Join anytime in March and get a delicious large slab of dark Whittaker’s chocolate, and become a monthly donor to go into the draw to win a mammoth organic prize pack full of beauty products valued at $385! Hop onboard now!!
wild and watchable
NEW FILM festival offers treats, as well as unexpected hugs!
DOGS LIVING alone find friends just about anywhere!
WIRELESS technology can really help the animals!
 
staff picks and gems
Over 43,000 people entered the 2009 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. Check out some of the winners.
Jo-Anne McArthur provides a stunning photographic essay onboard the Sea Shepherd.
Giving up smoking is one of the easiest things a person can do, according to Mark Twain. Now author Jonathan Safran Foer asserts the same with giving up meat.