PremiumMike ScottSenior Journalist·NZ Herald·5 Jun, 2026 09:00 PM7 mins to readSPCA head of animal care Selena Francisco with two rescued puppies at the centre in Māngere, South Auckland. Photo / Mike ScottSPCA inspectors are facing a surge of abuse, including online harassment, death threats and threats of sexual and physical violence.
The abuse has increased to a “high level”, going well beyond criticisms the animal welfare charity has traditionally faced, and is leading to staff losses, demoralisation
