Animal Justice Party Northern Beaches Regional Group

Primates are being bred in a facility in Western Sydney that rents out their bodies for experimentation.

SIGN THE PETITION TO STOP THIS https://nsw.animaljusticeparty.org/end_animal_testing_in_nsw_petition

We have exposed thousands of secret government documents revealing the lives and deaths of many of these primates. Never before has such information been available.

Emma Hurst Animal Justice Party NSW MP has worked with A Current Affair to expose what is really happening in this secret facility. If you missed the story, you can watch it HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-L10WK-pDvA

Odette was listed as killed, simply because she had gas and bloating. Klaus was killed because he had a skin condition. Shakira was killed because she had a rash on her face.

And to make it all worse - this facility receives taxpayer dollars to continue this outdated and cruel animal experimentation.

Baboons are highly sentient animals. They form strong family bonds, experience complex emotions, and can suffer profoundly. This cannot continue to happen. The more people who stand with us, the harder it becomes for decision-makers to ignore what has been exposed.

Thank you for being part of a movement that refuses to look away when animals are suffering.

Together, we can ensure these baboons are never forgotten behind a veil of secrecy. Let’s end this cruelty.

An open letter written from the heart…

An Open Letter to the NSW Environment Minister Regarding the Killing of Horses in Kosciuszko National Park
Dear Minister,

I write to you regarding the ongoing killing of wild horses in Kosciuszko National Park.

Few issues have generated as much community concern and distress as the mass aerial shooting taking place right now.

The last Government aerial shooting program was horrendous - as many feared it would be. Horses were found with multiple bullet wounds. Foals were killed, while others were left orphaned and vulnerable to starvation or predation.

Many people were concerned we would see a repeat of the Guy Fawkes aerial shooting program. In some ways, what happened may have been even worse.

That's why this second killing program has ignited even more outrage. It has highlighted to the public that these large killing programs do not work. The Government claim to have killed thousands of horses, but now claim the numbers have skyrocketed again. If this is true, what this points out is that aerial shooting is a band aid solution- it is not a long-term solution. The Government cannot justify further aerial shooting - period.

I want to you to take a moment to think about each of the animals this decision effects. The fear, pain, and long-lingering deaths that this aerial kill will undoubtedly cause the horses residing at Kosciuszko National Park.

We both care about the environment and native animals. The protection of Kosciuszko's unique environment is exceptionally important. But animal welfare is important too. We can recognise both truths simultaneously.
As elected representatives, we have a responsibility to seek solutions that ensure both environmental protection and broader compassion are considered. This may not be the easy road- but it is the right road. It involves proper community consultation, opportunities for rehoming, considering the latest science and technology and looking towards humane long-term solutions rather than going down the route of taking action simply for a headline that implies action is being taken, when we know that the action itself will cause great suffering and no long-term solution.

I therefore ask you to immediately cease the current killing program and convene a genuine roundtable involving environmental scientists, animal welfare experts, rescue organisations, brumby advocates, regional communities and other stakeholders to identify a practical and humane way forward.

I have personally been calling for fertility control since I was elected seven years ago. The heartbreaking reality is that if governments had invested in these solutions when they were first proposed, the killing taking place today may have been avoided.

Trials have still not been started- instead a report was released criticising the old outdated technology in this space, and didn't give any proper consideration to the latest technology that overcomes those issues. It suggests either a total lack of interest in humane options, or a lack of understanding around the issue and the latest technology. No decision this great should ever be made in either of those scenarios.

This issue has become unnecessarily polarised. I am hearing rehomers are being blocked out from rescuing some of the horses. This has become an aggressive campaign by the Government - it is heavy handed for no reason, and the victims of this will be the animals.

We must stop 'picking sides' for political purposes, and instead stop and find the best solutions for all involved.

I urge you to show that leadership now. The shooting must stop, and a humane path forward must be found.
Yours sincerely,

Emma Hurst MP
Member of the Legislative Council

This morning, we attended an event at Bongin Bongin Bay in Mona Vale, which is home to incredible marine life, reefs and coastal habitats.

Less than 8% of NSW coastal waters receive the highest level of sanctuary protection. Bongin Bongin Bay deserves stronger protection and a healthier future.

Please sign the petition to call for Bongin Bongin Bay to become a fully protected Marine Sanctuary Zone https://bonginbonginbay.org/sign-our-petition

Uncle Neil Evers, Aunty Claire, a didgeridoo player and locals armed with clap sticks took part in a smoking ceremony, welcome to country and a calling in of the whales to the Bay as part of World Ocean Day celebrations. Dolphins responded to the call❣️

Oceans are the other half of the "Lungs" of the Planet, because they produce at least 50% of the oxygen on Earth. Oceans also absorb a vast amount of carbon dioxide and regulate the global climate as well as being home to the vast majority of all life on Earth. Oceans and Marine life must be protected.

The Animal Justice Party supports protecting the ocean to conserve marine ecosystems through "no-take" zones, which act like underwater national parks where all extractive activities—such as commercial and recreational fishing, mining, and drilling—are strictly prohibited.

A local ACT AJP councillor! 👏

Another strong voice for animals has entered local government! 💜🐾

We congratulate Tamasyn Ramsay-Grounds on her appointment to Southern Grampians Shire Council and celebrate what this represents: more advocates for animals influencing decisions at every level of government.

Across Australia, Animal Justice Party members, candidates, and supporters are demonstrating that animal protection belongs in council chambers, state parliaments, and beyond. Local governments make important decisions affecting wildlife, companion animals, land management, urban planning, and the environment, making animal representation at this level more important than ever.

Every time an advocate for animals takes a seat at the decision-making table, animals gain a stronger voice.

We look forward to seeing animal welfare, environmental protection, and compassionate policymaking continue to gain ground in councils across the country.

Animals deserve representation everywhere decisions are made. 💜

How many political parties around the world who are dedicated to advocating for the rights of ALL animals collaborate and co-host with other organisations with the intention of achieving a shared goal?

The Animal Justice Party NSW does this on a continual basis because they know that this is the only way to call for compassion and immediate protection of all non- human animal species.

The majority of the people who attended the 16th National Animal Rights Day yesterday, come from a myriad of organisations and associations and yet, they all support the AJP and Emma Hurst. Come join us, and if you are not already, please become a member to do all that you can to help represent animals in parliament. https://nsw.animaljusticeparty.org/membership

The images below show some of the Northern Beaches and North Shore Animal Justice Party members in action. 🐾❤🙏

Only 4 days left until the killing of brumbies begins. You can stop this! In 4 easy steps. Please do all if not some or even one action to stop the ‘cull’.

1. Sign the petition https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/la/Pages/ePetition-details.aspx?q=BmohXScSptUiwqbMm5kfBg.

2. Write to Premier Chris Minns https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/premier-of-nsw/contact-premier.

3. Write to your local state Member of Parliament .

4. Write to Penny Sharpe MP https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/ministers/minister-environment-heritage

Express your opposition to this cull. Silence does not end animal cruelty. Your voice does! Please write in the comments what you have done to encourage others and get the algorithm to work for us.

Let’s not forget the fact that 2.5- 3 million people visit the same area where the Brumbies reside every year. How many brumbies are there for comparison? A flawed government estimate of 10,000?