It’s
hard to believe that it is almost the end of June – and as usual there has been
a lot happening. As I have acknowledged previously, times are tough in
securing funds, but it was very pleasing to see such a fantastic turn out right
around the state for the 2012 Million Paws Walk. This was my first ‘walk’
but all indications suggest that this was one of the most successful hosted in
Tasmania pre day online registrations were up by almost 100% on last year, and
I’d like to thank all those involved in running the individual ‘walks’ that
took place throughout the State and in particular thanks to our Fundraising
Manager Jo Meyer. There are a number of new fundraising initiatives for
Tasmania that Jo will be rolling out throughout the year for us to look forward
to. Once again, I cannot highlight enough the role that our volunteers
play in assisting us in staging major events – thank you one and all.
Nationally,
we have just launched the Stayz Charity Give and Getaway 50 day auction.
100% of the funds raised will be split between RSPCA and Canteen. We are
promoting the auction on Facebook and twitter and you can check out the daily
auctions by going to http://giveandgetaway.stayz.com.au/
Finally,
it was very pleasing that the Deputy Premier and Minister for Primary
Industries Bryan Green recently announced the phasing out of battery hen
farming in Tasmania and the fast tracking of a planned ban on sow stalls.
Our Executive Team worked very closely with Government for quite some time to
achieve this ground breaking result and we can all be proud that Tasmania is
leading the way in making such an important commitment to animal welfare.
Ben Sturges
CEO - RSPCA Tasmania
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