Animals' Angels Australia

Animals' Angels Australia (ABN: 28058995895RR0001) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and welfare of farm animals in Australia. Since 2004, the organization has been actively involved in monitoring the treatment of animals at markets, saleyards, and during transportation. The organization documents practices concerning farm animals to identify and report animal welfare concerns to relevant local authorities, advocating for improved conditions and enforcement of animal protection laws.

Mission and Activities

Animals' Angels Australia focuses primarily on the welfare of farm animals, emphasizing the protection of sentient beings recognizing their inherent dignity. The organization works to ensure animal transports comply with existing legislation and campaigns for ongoing improvements in the treatment of animals during transport. Their activities include:

• Regular monitoring and documentation at animal markets and saleyards.
• Observing and assessing animal conditions during transport on Australian roads.
• Immediate reporting of animal welfare violations to authorities with requests for corrective action.
• Advocating for the abolition of long-distance animal transports and other reforms that reduce animal suffering.
• Collaborating with authorities and policymakers to promote animal welfare based on reliable, firsthand information.

Philosophy

The underlying belief of Animals' Angels Australia is that animals, as sentient beings possessing inalienable dignity, deserve protection equivalent to that advocated for human rights. The organization operates under the motto: "We are there with the animals," signaling their commitment to accompany and safeguard animals throughout their often challenging journeys in markets and transport.

Animal Memorial

In tribute to the animals witnessed during monitoring activities, Animals' Angels' founder Christa Blanke established the Animal Memorial. This initiative honors and commemorates the animals they have seen at transports, markets, and slaughterhouses, reinforcing the organization's commitment to animal dignity and welfare.

Conclusion

Through vigilant monitoring, transparent documentation, timely reporting, and advocacy, Animals' Angels Australia plays a crucial role in safeguarding farm animals' welfare in Australia. Their work contributes to raising awareness, improving conditions, and influencing policies related to animal treatment in markets and during transportation.

This article is based on information from the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and Animals' Angels official documentation available as of 2025.

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