“National research shows half of cat owners in New Zealand already microchip their cats.”
Will you be affected by this? Email reporters@press.co.nz The new controls would also affect people who keep backyard poultry. People in towns like Rolleston would be limited to 12 hens on a property – but no roosters or peacocks. Lambs under 6 months old, and no more than two bee hives were also allowed on urban properties.
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Peacocks and roosters will not be allowed in urban areas in Selwyn. The council said exemptions would be considered for more hives on properties greater than 1500 square metres, or located next to a reserve or rural land.