Michael Morris

I represent the millions of nonhuman animals in our society who are marginalised exploited and forgotten. I stand for justice to animals, justice to the environment and justice to disadvantaged humans. These are connected. Societies who look after one of these mostly care for all three.

I am an environmental scientist working for an iwi. I have worked as a researcher in public health, a government policy adviser and a university teacher. I am well placed to understand the complexities of animal, environmental and social justice policy.

If elected I will ensure that the animal pound is no-kill. There will be subsidised desexing for companion animals and spay and release for strays. Puppy and kitten mills will be abolished. Humane alternatives will be found for pest control. Palmerston North will become a C40 city and will endorse the plant-based treaty for climate action.