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Election 2026: Fireworks Ban Lacks Party Support
Animal rights group disappointed as major parties reject fireworks ban proposal.
In brief
Animal rights group disappointed as major parties reject fireworks ban proposal. Animal Law Association says Labour and National have not supported a fireworks ban, despite New Zealand First's pledge to introduce legislation within 100 days of a new government. Originally reported by RNZ.
Animal Law Association
Animal Law Association disappointed Labour and National have not backed a fireworks ban.
New Zealand First
New Zealand First pledged to introduce fireworks ban legislation within first 100 days of new government.
Major Parties
National and ACT rejected fireworks ban recommendation in July, arguing it would remove access to legal activity.
What it means
Animal Law Association says Labour and National have not supported a fireworks ban, despite New Zealand First's pledge to introduce legislation within 100 days of a new government.
