Ending cruelty


  • Help end the cage age in Europe

    A new investigation by Compassion in World Farming has revealed the daily suffering of the pigs who are farmed to supply 'pork' products across the world - including to Australia. Take action by urging EU leaders to end the cage…

  • Labor’s election win marks a historic moment for animals

    While the 2022 election result means something different to each of us, for animals, it is an extraordinary marker of positive change.

  • How a National Commission for Animal Welfare will help animals

    There's an exciting new policy being debated this Federal election that if supported would be life-changing for animals suffering in factory farms and the live export trade.

  • Who's standing up for animals this Federal election?

    Every election can be a catalyst for change for animals and that's especially the case this year - because this year’s Federal election will also decide the future of the live sheep export trade. Find out where parties, candidates and…

  • Rescued from the dairy industry: A mother and calf, safe at last

    For ten years, Petal has been trapped in the dairy industry. Each of her calves were taken from her so that her milk could be used for human consumption. But now, safe in a sanctuary, her new life as a…

  • Petition to end the Faroe Islands whale and dolphin slaughter

    Help to strengthen the international voice for whales and dolphins, by signing this petition to the Faroe Islands Prime Minister calling for an end to the cruel 'tradition' of slaughter.

  • An incredible fish friendship

    Some of the most incredible bonds exist among species who call the ocean home, we just don't see them as often.

  • The global effort to stop the world’s first octopus farm

    Plans are underway for the first octopus farm in the world – and people across the globe have serious concerns for the octopuses, surrounding marine animals, and seas. Join the international movement to stop the farm this Sunday the 3rd…

  • Summer live export ban at risk

    Australian sheep will once again be put at risk of 'cooking alive' at sea. Government bureaucrats are winding back the three month 'summer ban' which will put sheep back on the water at the deadliest time of year. Urge your…

  • His horn is being cut off without any pain relief

    Shocking footage has revealed the routine, painful mutilations that animals are enduring on Australian cattle stations.

  • Animals Australia joins the International Kangaroo Protection Alliance

    Animals Australia is proud to join this international group of wildlife advocates, to help shape a future where kangaroos are respected and protected.

  • Help save monkeys destined for cruel labs

    Indonesia's wild monkeys are being captured and exported overseas for horrific experiments. Take action now to stop the cruelty.

  • Muttonbird chicks under attack again

    Tasmania is the only state that allows the cruel killing of hundreds of thousands of muttonbirds chicks threatening their long-term survival.

  • 8 facts about chickens

    Most people sadly never have the chance to really get to know a chicken. But those who do invariably fall in love with these unique individuals. Here are a few reasons why...

  • Live export ships exposed

    World-first footage: animals are suffering and being cooked alive on live export ships. Help shut down this illegal cruelty.

  • Victory for Cape Schanck kangaroos: Kill permit cancelled!

    Kangaroos trapped behind fences were at risk of being shot due to a government-sanctioned killing permit – now, thanks to the efforts of Animals Australia’s legal team and supporters, the kill permit has been cancelled. Still, there is more work…

  • Chinchilla rescue: from fur farms to fur-ever homes!

    Animals Australia supporters have helped Bosnia and Herzegovina’s only animal protection organisation give these rescued animals the future they deserve.

  • ‘No more captive dolphin shows’: travel company Expedia takes a stand for animals

    The travel company has updated its animal welfare policy in a major step forward for captive marine animals all over the world!

  • Help protect Australia's endangered native animals!

    Gentle and vulnerable Australian animals like this Southern hairy-nosed wombat are at risk of extinction if we don't all work together to protect them.

  • Help save the Taiji dolphins

    An end to the cruel Taiji dolphin 'hunt' would be celebrated by the international community — and encourage more tourists to visit Japan.