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1486 days ago

Poll: Do you think horse racing should be banned?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Many animal rights groups are calling for racing to be banned following the death on Melbourne Cup day of high-profile runner Anthony Van Dyck.

SPCA NZ says it is saddened and disappointed to hear Anthony Van Dyck had to be euthanised yesterday after suffering a fractured fetlock during the running of the cup at Flemington.

The horse received immediate veterinary care but was unable to be saved due to the nature of its injury.

The animal was loaded into an ambulance at the track but was put down soon after.

The SPCA said this tragic accident highlights the risks faced by horses participating in these races.

Anthony Van Dyck reportedly became the seventh horse to die on or as a result of Melbourne Cup day since 2013.

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Do you think horse racing should be banned?
  • 52.7% Yes
    52.7% Complete
  • 30.9% No
    30.9% Complete
  • 9.1% Undecided. It's too complex.
    9.1% Complete
  • 7.3% Maybe
    7.3% Complete
110 votes
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3 hours ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 77.9% Yes
    77.9% Complete
  • 20.9% No
    20.9% Complete
  • 1.2% Other - I'll share below
    1.2% Complete
163 votes
15 hours ago

Think You’ve Got the Answer? Today’s Riddle Says ‘Prove It’!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

If eleven plus two equals one, what does nine plus five equal?

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1 hour ago

Dental Pain and Christmas

CMDental Ltd

Hi All,
Please try and get your dentistry done in good time before the Christmas and new Year Break ! Just saying the old fashioned ways are not very effective or pain free.

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