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Newshub 15 January 2024
Thirty percent of New Zealand cat owners are opposed to keeping their cats inside despite the harm roaming cats cause to native wildlife. However, cat welfare advocates say it's not practical or affordable for most owners to contain cats and that Government funding for desexing and microchipping is a better solution to bring down cat numbers. Watch here..... |
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Pet Hate on Sunday
We’re a nation of cat lovers – more than 40% of Kiwi households have a feline. But new evidence has confirmed cats are ravaging native wildlife in remote parts of Aotearoa. And that’s reignited a fierce debate on how to manage the growing number of domestic kitties turning into savage predators. So, is it time to lock up our favorite pets and stop them from roaming free? Sunday speaks to advocates on both sides of the divide, fighting for animal rights from very different corners. Watch here..... |
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War of words erupts on axed feral cat hunting competition
Debate is raging after a controversial children's feral cat killing competition was cancelled following an uproar from the public.
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Guide To Better Living 1 March 2022
Anne Batley Burton - also known as one of The Real Housewives of Auckland, is a staunch animal welfarist and advocate for stray and elderly cats. Her cat sanctury, The NZ Cat Foundation is home to more than 200 cats that she personally supports and they are in desperate need of food, and donations. Here's the real story behind how she got started with 'helping the helpless' and why this sanctuary is so important. Watch here.....
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Guide To Better Living - Ep 6: Getting mobile with Barney Koneferenisi, Food with Simon Gault & more
In today’s show we visit Housewife of Auckland and founder of the NZ Cat foundation Anne Batley Burton to see how she’s helping the helpless, giving strays and elderly cats a new lease on life. Medical research student Jack Maran join us to discuss how he’s helping the team at Retina NZ learn more about retinopathyand shares some hope, for the future of eye health. The Smarter Mortgage Lady Rachael Thompson is back with another quick tip on how to get your mortgage approved. And finally we hear from Darrell Smith Master Landscaper from Landsmiths on how to get rid of Mozzies from your backyard. Watch here.....
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Guide To Better Living - Ep 5: Anti-aging, real estate, gardens, mortgages, dry brushing & cats!
In today’s show we check out the famous 'Hollywood Glow' facial at Kaiz Medispa in Parnell, literally turning back the clock! We chat with Real Estate powerhouses Charlotte and Hamish Kofoed to learn what's really happening in the property market right now! The Smarter Mortgage Lady Rachael Thompson is back with another quick tip on how to get your mortgage approved! We get another great home makeover tip from Darrell Smith Master Landscaper from Landsmiths! We check out the benefits of dry brushing for your skin in association with the amazing products from Rëngora! Watch here.....
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Guide To Better Living - Ep 4: NZ Cat Foundation, an insight into blindness, mortgages and mozzies!
In today’s show we meet inspirational 'Wheel Black' Barney Konferenisi who lost his hands and legs to meningitis as a baby and has traveled the world representing NZ as an athlete! He's now doing his part to help the disabled GET MOBILE! We check out a great new recipe from Masterchef Simon Gault - with our new segment 'What's Cooking With Simon?' Then finally we get another great tip on animal care from Founder of The NZ Cat Foundation, Anne Batley Burton. Watch here.....
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Guide To Better Living - Ep 3: Mountain Biking, Couture, Backyard Tips & MORE!
This week: Wellington correspondent Jordan Jacques shares the history of the iconic Karapoti Classic Mountain Bike Race. We hear how fashion helped trans Fashion Designer Cecilia Kang find her identity. We get more helpful garden tips from Master Landscaper Darrell Smith from Landsmiths. Rachael Thompson the Smarter Mortgage Lady share some tips on how you can get a mortgage! We learn about the newest protein powder on the market AND we finish up with tips on how to look after your pussy from The Champagne Lady Anne Batley Burton, founder of the NZ Cat Foundation! Watch here.....
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Guide To Better Living - Ep 2: Motorsport in NZ, inner city living, gardens and pet care!!
Meet Hamish Kofoed: real estate agent by day and motorsport enthusiast all the rest of the time! Hamish opens up his journey into racing and all the wonderful characters involved, including 19 year old Jordyn Wallace, who has sights set on supercar racing. Turns out it's a family affair! We visit the home of Media personality Louise Pagonis to discuss the joys of inner city living! We get some garden tips from Master Landscaper Darrell Smith from Landsmiths. We talk about some great natural products to help you get a better nights sleep and finally we finish up with tips on how to look after your pets from The Champagne Lady Anne Batley Burton, founder of the NZ Cat Foundation! Watch here.....
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Guide To Better Living - Ep 1: Orewa, Mortgages, Pain Relief & Animal Welfare
Gary Brown, chair of the Hibiscus & Bays local board discusses WHY more people are choosing to live in Orewa. Rachael Thompson - The Smarter Mortgage Lady - discusses what you need to know to get a mortgage right now. We look at the amazing products from Qoleum - natural and organic pain relief options - then we finish up with tips on how to look after your elderly cats from The Champagne Lady Anne Batley Burton, founder of the NZ Cat Foundation! Watch here.....
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Seven Sharp Wednesday 11 August
New housing development near Auckland only accepts humans. Anne Batley Burton from The NZ Cat Foundation was interviewed. Watch here.....
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Calling all Cat Angels - All episodes
For all Cat Lovers... Anne Batley Burton has made a show about The Pussy Palace cat sanctuary! Click here to view all episodes....
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A Code of Welfare for cats created for councils
In the April issue of NZ Government Magazine respected animal welfarist Bob Kerridge shared his ‘Blueprint for Humane Cat Management’ to assist local authorities in the management of community cats. Although practical local regulations will do a lot to improve the welfare of cats in the community, the ‘Best Practice’ principles will ensure a harmonious relationship between cats, the community, and the environment. Bob precises this blueprint in his second article. Read more....
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Take a tour of Pussy Palace, an Auckland home for stray cats that’s bursting at the furs
She burst onto our screens as the Champagne Lady on the Real Housewives of Auckland, but there's one thing Anne Batley Burton loves even more than the bubbly. Which is why she set up the Pussy Palace, a home for stray cats that's bursting at the furs. Laura Daniel went along to get her paws dirty. Watch now....
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Real cats of Auckland Streets Watch now....
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Anne Batley Burton and Carolyn Ravlich discuss the Proposed Regional Pest Management Plan 2018 with Gerard Smith on Face TV. Watch now....
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88 cats euthanised by Auckland Council since March as activists fork out thousands to desex strays
Fears over Auckland's pest management have activists spending up to $100k on desexing. Read more....
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'It's horrible ... These cats don't deserve this' - On the prowl with Auckland's cat vigilantes
"I'm a cat lover through and through and these cats don't deserve this sort of life." Read more....
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Focus: Cat activist and former real housewife of Auckland talks pest eradication program
Anne Batley-Burton – cat activist and former real housewife of Auckland, talks about the Auckland Council pest eradication program in which cats rounded up without microchips can be culled. / Michael Craig Read more...
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Feline faithful fight Auckland Council's cat euthanasia plan
Under the new pest management plan, cats without a microchip will be euthanised. Read more....
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Introducing Local Legends
Kelleigh Rudolph never aspired to become a 'cat lady'. Read more....
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Cat sanctuary a 'labour of love'
Anne Batley-Burton's love of cats contributed to her desire to provide a sanctuary for strays. Read more....
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Real Housewives of Auckland: Anne Batley Burton tackles a couple of furry subjects. Read more....
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