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Animal cruelty claims rock Matt Lauer’s NZ farm, investigations underway

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Authorities are investigating allegations of sheep mistreatment on Hunter Valley Station, a farm leased by former NBC host Matt Lauer. PETA alleges workers beat and injured sheep, with wounds stitched without painkillers.

Lauer’s lawyer denied his involvement, stating independent contractors managed operations. The Ministry for Primary Industries and Lauer’s company, Orange Lakes, are probing the claims. ZQ-certified wool suppliers also face scrutiny over animal welfare.

Read more over at RNZ

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