Take Action! Australia’s Wild Brumbies Under Fire As Aerial Shooting Program Continues
Wild brumbies in Australia’s Kosciuszko National Park are once again at the center of a heated debate as aerial shooting operations continue throughout June.
The New South Wales government has resumed the controversial program, which is expected to result in the deaths of thousands of brumbies and continues to draw opposition from animal welfare advocates and brumby supporters around the world.
Among those raising concerns is the Wild Beauty Foundation, which recently shared a statement supporting Australia’s wild horses.
“We stand with the Australian brumbies.”
The organization also announced that filmmaker and Wild Beauty Foundation founder Ashley Avis is traveling to Sydney to document the situation.
“Please listen to a message from filmmaker and Wild Beauty Foundation founder @ashleyavis who is traveling to Sydney to document the ongoing massacre of wild horses in Kosciuszko National Park.”
According to the foundation:
“Throughout the month of June, thousands of brumbies are slated to be killed through an aerial shooting program, described by authorities as a “cull,” carried out from helicopters.”
The future of Australia’s brumbies has been the subject of intense debate for years. While many Australians view the iconic wild horses as an important part of the nation’s heritage, government officials argue that population control measures are necessary within Kosciuszko National Park.
“Brumbies are woven into Australia’s history and identity, yet despite significant public concern and ongoing debate surrounding their management, mares, foals, and stallions are being condemned to a violent end from the air.”
“We cannot stand idly by.”
The Wild Beauty Foundation also expressed concerns about transparency surrounding the operations.
“Reports indicate that areas of the park have been closed during these operations, limiting public access and raising disturbing questions about transparency and accountability.”
As debate over the future of Australia’s wild horses continues, advocates are calling for solutions they believe will better protect the animals while addressing management concerns within the park.
“The Wild Beauty Foundation stands with horses everywhere – here in the United States and abroad. In that spirit, we stand with the Australians who love and cherish the brumbies and who believe these animals deserve humane solutions, not violent and antiquated practices that end in fear, panic, and suffering.”
“The aerial shooting program is expected to continue through the end of June.”
The foundation is also encouraging supporters around the world to help bring attention to the issue.
“We are asking those who have been part of our journey to stand with our Australian partners by sharing this message, raising awareness, and helping shine a global spotlight on the plight of the brumbies.”
TAKE ACTION!
If you oppose the aerial shooting of Australia’s wild brumbies, respectfully contact New South Wales Premier Chris Minns and urge the government to pursue humane alternatives, including fertility control, relocation, and rehoming programs.
Contact Premier Chris Minns HERE!
Contact New South Wales Government Ministers HERE!
Please keep all correspondence respectful and constructive. Every voice matters for Australia’s wild brumbies.
