battery hens

Court Protects Animal Exploiters, Activists Fined

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 09/05/2012 - 4:57pm

The legal system has failed the hens once again. Almost one year since ALV's rooftop protest at an Egg Production Factory in Somerville, the Somerville 12 (pictured above) faced the Frankston Magistrate Court. All 12 were found guilty of "Refusing to Leave Private Place". Although no convictions were handed down, the activists were fined $1,000 each.

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Melbourne
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animal rights
battery hens
Animal Liberation VIctoria

Animal Liberation Victoria occupies battery hen farm roof in Victoria

Submitted by Flowerpower on Wed, 04/05/2011 - 4:57pm

More than 20 animal rights activists have occupied the roof of the Somerville Egg Farm all day today (4th May) to protest against what they say are appalling conditions within the facility. Police are present and there is a large media contingent. The protestors say they will stay "as long it takes". There has been at least one arrest.
For updates visit Animal Liberation facebook page

Geography: 
Melbourne
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animal rights
battery hens