EPISODE · Jul 31, 2026 · 8 MIN
150 dogs to be sent to Australia as greyhound racing ban begins
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With the final greyhound races to be held in New Zealand underway this afternoon, the industry has confirmed plans to send up to 150 dogs to Australia where racing continues. The racing ban, which takes effect tomorrow, follows years of animal welfare concern. Head of the Greyhound Transition Agency, Heather Simpson spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
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