Inspection of Weona Park horse stud found several serious animal welfare issues, just weeks before public outcry
Just weeks before a firestorm of public outrage erupted over conditions at a Tasmanian horse breeder’s stud, an…
Equestrian Australia received complaint about Olympian weeks before investigating
In June, a grainy video of Olympic equestrian Heath Ryan appearing to repeatedly whip a horse appeared online.…
Common backyard mistake sparks warning from RSPCA over ‘crocodile’ sightings
An increase in reports of some of Australia’s iconic reptiles appearing in backyards, gardens, and driveways has prompted…
Koala joey clings to teddy in heart-melting roadside rescue at Brisbane’s Whites Hill Reserve
A tiny koala joey has captured hearts across Australia after being found alone near a busy road, clinging…
RSPCA won’t pursue charges over emaciation of horses onced owned by Vanessa Goodwin
An investigation into the treatment of three emaciated thoroughbred horses, once owned by former Tasmanian attorney-general Vanessa Goodwin,…
Magistrate fines pig hunters over animal cruelty footage on social media
Two pig hunters have been fined a combined $52,000 for animal cruelty in a landmark RSPCA prosecution. Warning:…