Annual Reports

Together with our fierce supporters, we are defending the animals used in science in Aotearoa and paving the way for a cruelty-free future. Our Annual Reports reflect on our key accomplishments and are published each year.

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Chief Executive Officer

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Marlene Youl

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Board Member

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Lisa Noonan

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Board Member

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Sam La Hood

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Board Member

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Marielle Haringa

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Emily Major

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John Ransley

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Marik Kardel

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Research Officer

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Brooke Mooney

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Supporter Engagement Officer

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Jul 27, 2023

Learn Something New About Guinea Pigs

Guinea pigs were among the first animals used for experimental purposes, and their use dates back to the 17th century. Sadly, they are still used for science in many different ways.

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Jul 13, 2023

Exposed: Guinea Pigs Injected With Meth

Team NZAVS has been conducting an investigation into how guinea pigs are used for science in Aotearoa, and today, we are officially exposing our findings to the nation!

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Jun 28, 2023

Exposed: Guinea Pigs Used in Thermal Stress Test

Our extensive research uncovered an experiment conducted in Aotearoa, New Zealand, involving guinea pigs that is so unsettling it’s hard to believe it happened.

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Jun 21, 2023

More Animals Are Released Thanks to Our 'Out of the Labs' Campaign!

More animals were rehomed from Massey University.

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Jun 7, 2023

Animals Used in NZ for Science in 2021

An overview of the animals used in NZ for research, testing and teaching purposes in 2021.

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Jun 4, 2023

How We Can Replace the Use of Rabbits in Experiments

Find out what animal-free and human-relevant methods could (and should) be used instead of cruel experiments on rabbits.

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May 27, 2023

Animal-Free Research With Organoids and Organ Chips

Advancing human medicine, science, and technology are all possible without the use of animals. In fact, we’re constantly reading about exciting developments in animal-free research happening across the globe.

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Apr 10, 2023

Learn Something New About Rabbits

Learn about rabbits and why they are used for science in NZ.

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Mar 30, 2023

Winners of the Cruelty Free NZ Awards 2023 Announced

Find out who won our Cruelty Free NZ Awards this year.

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Mar 13, 2023

Cruelty Free NZ Awards 2023 - Cast Your Vote Now

Voting has officially opened for our Cruelty Free NZ 2023 Awards! An awards system set up to further promote the genuinely cruelty-free companies that are helping pave the way to a fully cruelty-free Aotearoa.

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