Editorial: Abuse and threats against workers are unacceptable

OPINION: Bad behaviour needs to be called out and, where necessary, reported to police.

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PremiumEditorialEditorialNZ Herald10 Jun, 2026 05:00 PM3 mins to readSPCA head of animal care Selena Francisco pats a rabbit at the Māngere shelter. SPCA inspectors are facing a surge in abuse, including death threats. Photo / Mike Scott

It should come as no surprise that the SPCA is speaking out about the threats and abuse its people are facing.The national animal welfare charity, in an article on Saturday, provided details about the surge of abuse its inspectors are facing.

This includes death threats and threats of sexual

Editorial: Abuse and threats against workers are unacceptable

Editorial: Abuse and threats against workers are unacceptable

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