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  "path": "/news/national/thousands-sign-commissioner-animals-petition",
  "publishedAt": "2026-03-03T03:05:07.000Z",
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  "textContent": "Animal protection organisations delivered the petition to Parliament today. Photo: Supplied / SAFE NZ  \n\n  \n\nBy Monique Steele of RNZ \n\nWarning: Images in this article may be distressing for some people.\n\nMore than 31,000 New Zealanders want an independent 'Commissioner for Animals' to improve welfare for companion and farmed animals.",
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