Animal Justice Party Aotearoa New Zealand

Animal Justice Party Aotearoa New Zealand
LeaderRobert McNeil and Anna Rippon[1]
Founded2022[2]
RegisteredYes
Preceded byAnimal Justice Auckland[3]
Headquarters27F Whatawhata Road, Dinsdale, Hamilton
Membership (2023)280
IdeologyAnimal welfare
Website
https://animaljustice.org.nz/

The Animal Justice Party Aotearoa New Zealand (AJPANZ) is a single-issue[4] registered political party in New Zealand. The party advocates non-violence towards animals, sustainability, and a move away from animal-based agriculture.[5][6]

History

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AJPANZ was founded after discussions with the Animal Justice Party in Australia, who also gave permission to use the name. The original policies of AJPANZ were closely aligned with the Australian party.[7] AJPANZ was registered as an Incorporated Society on 11 November 2022.[2] In May 2023 the party was granted $66,332 in broadcasting funding for the 2023 New Zealand general election, provisional upon registration.[8] The party applied for registration with the Electoral Commission on 31 July 2023.[9] It was registered on 16 August 2023.[10]

Policies and Ideology

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Animals

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The AJP says they believe that all animals, regardless of form, deserve the right to live and thrive. They say that animals currently face cruel, inadequate and exploitative conditions that prioritize human interests over their inherent rights and well-being. They advocate for systemic change, regulatory reforms and safeguards that prioritize the rights and value of non human life.[11]

Environment and Economy

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The AJP wants to switch to a plant-based economy that respects sentient animals. It states that climate change is one of the most urgent challenges we face, and that it is caused by greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels, the destruction of natural ecosystems and intensive animal farming. It calls for urgent action on climate change and a phased switch to plant based diets.[11]

People

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The AJP seeks to create a society where the welfare, and ability to thrive, of both humans and other animals is at the forefront, guided by compassion, inclusivity, just governance, and a commitment to sustainability.[11]

Election Results and Support

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In the run up to the 2023 New Zealand general election, the party announced they had reached 1000 followers on Facebook and 280 party members.[18]

The party ran 17 candidates in the 2023 New Zealand general election.[19] Two polls conducted for 1 News in September 2023 indicated that support for the Animal Justice Party was around 0.3 to 0.4 percent.[20] The party ultimately received 0.17% of the party vote, earning no seats.[21]

The party ran a candidate in the 2023 Port Waikato by-election, coming fourth.[4]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ David Fisher (4 October 2023). "'Look, miracles do happen': Minor parties make their pitch". New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  2. ^ a b "View Details: ANIMAL JUSTICE PARTY AOTEAROA NZ INCORPORATED (50128553) (NZBN: 9429050958504) [Incorporated Society] Registered". Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  3. ^ "Auckland mayoral candidate Michael Morris: a revitalised city for animals justice and environment". Retrieved 2 September 2023.
  4. ^ a b Sowman-Lund, Stewart (20 October 2023). "Port Waikato byelection: Full candidate list unveiled, Act also not standing". The Spinoff. Retrieved 20 October 2023.
  5. ^ "On the campaign trail: ERA reforms, gang talk, moving ports and animal rights". RNZ. 30 July 2023. Retrieved 17 August 2023.
  6. ^ "New political party focusing on animal welfare issues". Eastern Times. 3 October 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  7. ^ "AJPANZ Draft Policies".{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  8. ^ "2023 broadcasting allocation decision". Electoral Commission. 12 May 2023. Retrieved 17 August 2023.
  9. ^ "Application to Register Political Party and Logo". Electoral Commission. 31 July 2023. Retrieved 17 August 2023.
  10. ^ "Two parties approved for registration". Electoral Commission. 16 August 2023. Retrieved 16 August 2023.
  11. ^ a b c "Policy Browser – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  12. ^ "Ban recreational fishing and fishing competitions – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  13. ^ "Ending the Use of All Animals for 'Entertainment' – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  14. ^ "Ban Greyhound Racing – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  15. ^ "Ban Horse Racing – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  16. ^ "Ban Rodeo – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  17. ^ "Ban Recreational Hunting and Hunting Competitions – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
  18. ^ "We're Growing! – Animal Justice Party Aotearoa NZ". animaljustice.org.nz. Retrieved 31 March 2025.
  19. ^ "Election 2023: Animal rights leads to youngest and oldest candidates for Animal Justice Party". New Zealand Herald. 12 October 2023. Retrieved 13 October 2023.
  20. ^ "1News Verian Poll Report September 16–19". Scribd. Retrieved 23 September 2023.
  21. ^ "2023 General Election - Official Result". Electoral Commission.
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