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The Muddied Truth Event Series | Christchurch
September 16, 2025
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Cathedral Square

The Muddied Truth Event Series | Christchurch

SAFE is bringing The Muddied Truth to Christchurch – a powerful pop-up event exposing the reality of mud farming (intensive winter grazing) and its devastating impact on animals, the environment, and our communities.

This immersive activation will feature a symbolic mud-paddock installation, storytelling panels, and a petition station. Attendees will be invited to take action by signing our petition to ban mud farming and enjoy a free plant-based snack in return.

 

Why we’re calling for a ban on mud farming

Every year, animals are left to suffer in muddy paddocks without proper shelter or care. These conditions breach the Animal Welfare Act 1999, inflicting pain, distress, and even death. Mud farming also pollutes waterways, destroys ecosystems, and threatens human and animal health. It’s time to end this cruel and destructive practice.

 

Important information

  • This is a peaceful, family-friendly event open to all.
  • The event may be weather-dependent — check back here for updates.
  • Aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
  • Photos and video will be captured on the day for SAFE’s campaign. Please notify a SAFE staff member if you do not wish to be filmed/photographed.

Not in Christchurch? You can still take action by signing our petition online:
End Mud Farming – Sign the Petition

Donate today

The True Cost of Dairy

Right now, throughout Aotearoa, thousands of newborn calves are being taken from their mothers, trucked off in the cold, and killed. Branded as disposable by-products of the dairy industry, they are fragile, voiceless, and deserve so much more.

Your compassion today can create a future where every animal is valued.