Australia MUST End ALL Live Animal Export

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Live animal export from Australia is a savage trade. Many animals perish and die before they reach their destination. In foreign countries, these animals face slaughter not governed by Australian animal welfare laws, this leads to brutal and inhumane treatment.

The sight of sheep, cattle, or other livestock crammed into ships for weeks without adequate food, water, or ventilation is heart-wrenching. They endure extreme temperatures, suffering injuries and diseases caused by the harsh conditions. It’s not just unethical, it is a stain on our nation’s reputation of being a leader in animal welfare.

Australia exports millions of live animals each year to countries where welfare protections are weak or non-existent. According to the RSPCA, thousands die onboard during transit due to poor conditions, and many more suffer quietly. Why are we allowing this to happen when we have the option to process meat in Australia under stringent welfare standards? It’s time to put an end to this cruelty.

Replacing live exports with frozen and chilled meat trade not only ensures humane treatment of animals but also strengthens our economy by keeping profits within Australia. Processing livestock domestically means more jobs and higher standards for food production. New Zealand has successfully transitioned to an all-meat trade model, showing that it is entirely feasible and economically viable.

By ending live animal exports, the Australian government can safeguard the welfare of animals and uphold moral responsibility while supporting our agricultural sector innovatively. Such an initiative aligns with our values as a country committed to high welfare standards.

Urge Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to ban live animal export and invest in sustainable, humane alternatives. Sign this petition to show your support for animal welfare and sustainable agricultural practices. Together, we can stop the unnecessary suffering and lead by example on the global stage.

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Lisa MargettsPetition starterI'm just a normal human who despises Live Export and ANY form of animal cruelty.

The Decision Makers

Andrew Wilkie MP
Federal Independent Member for Clark
Responded
Dear petitioners I have been a vocal advocate for ending live animal exports since before I was elected some 16 years ago. I was thrilled that the Government has committed to ending live sheep exports. However, this will not stop the cruelty this trade inflicts on other animals. While the live export trade of sheep will cease in 2028, hundreds of thousands of other animals, such as cattle, buffalo or goats, will continue to endure the horrors of this trade with no end in sight. This is why I am proud to announce that I will table Lisa Margetts’s Change.org petition on 17 September 2026 in the Federal Parliament to end all live animal exports. Lisa has done commendable work over many years, amassing more than 460,000 signatures. My understanding is that it is one of the largest petitions Change.org has ever seen. To everyone who has signed this petition – thank you. Grassroots advocacy is vital to our democracy. The live sheep export trade was banned following many years of advocacy from people like you. For my part, I will continue to push the Government to end live animal exports of any kind and take every opportunity to speak about this important issue. Yours sincerely Andrew Wilkie MP Independent Member for Clark
Anthony Albanese
Prime Minister of Australia
Julia Collin’s MP
Julia Collin’s MP
Agriculture Minister Australia Government

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