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flag Tauranga City Council bans public fireworks on its land after a horse died, citing safety and animal welfare, but cannot regulate private use.

flag Tauranga City Council has unanimously approved a bylaw banning fireworks in public spaces like beaches, roads, and reserves, citing safety and animal welfare concerns after a horse died and another was injured in a 2024 incident. flag The ban applies only to council-owned land, as the council cannot regulate private property or sales. flag The SPCA supports the move, urging nationwide restrictions on private fireworks use. flag Residents, including the family of the deceased horse, say local bans won’t stop harm due to widespread private use and are calling for a national ban on private sales. flag A survey of 358 respondents found ongoing harm to people, animals, and property, with many advocating for only professional, notified displays.

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