A dog on the property of Pam Edwards (Image courtesy NSW RSPCA). Banksia Park Puppies have a confidentially agreement that customers are required to sign prior to purchase. I got her in March from Pines Pets and she couldn’t bring me more joy if she tried. We are open, transparent, and recognized as industry leaders. Stores can, however, still run adoption days. ️ We love to see themed entries relating to calendar dates/months such as, Autumn, Summer, Easter, Christmas, Australia Day etc. Or just seriously cute photos of your BPPuppy/dog. To keep us speaking truth to power, please consider donating to IA today - even a dollar will make a huge difference - or subscribe and receive all the benefits of membership. Support independent journalism Subscribe to IA. On its website, Oscar’s Law described the scene after Pam’s court appearance: 'Despite her guilty plea to cruelty charges, Pam Edwards showed absolutely no remorse for the suffering these dogs endured. The Age, 2015. Your puppy will ALWAYS be a Banksia Park Puppy. This shows you the ins and outs of where your puppy came from at Banksia Park Puppies. Dec 29, 2015 - Have a look at the photos of our Banksia Park Puppies in their homes. However, one member of Matt’s family that doesn’t get a mention is his puppy farmer relative, Pam Edwards. "We like to think that we're at the cutting edge of the good end of the puppy farm business," he told ABC News Online. Last year, following complaints from Oscar’s Law, the RSPCA raided Pam Edwards' property, along with two other Finley properties, showing once and for all what an exemplary job Berrigan Shire Council does for its residents and those businesses that actually make an effort to register, and pay their way with taxes and so on. You can follow Peter Wicks on Twitter @madwixxy. Banksia Park Puppies has a fantastic re-homing program. Last year, Matt Hams invested in a property in Finley where his relative Pam lives and ran her puppy farm without a permit. 300 dogs and 400 puppies do make substantial noise and will bark throughout the day and night. The official page for Banksia Park Puppies: professional, ethical dog breeder. Located less than one hour from Melbourne in the small but beautiful town of Ballan, Hepburn Park is our brand new kennel facility. It may also help us understand why an award-winning veterinary practice described a Banksia Park Puppies dog as a “genetic disaster”. Banksia Park Puppies clearly think the image of the family business is a positive one, so, why is it that family member Pam isn’t mentioned? applied to the Berrigan Council for a permit, Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Australia License, 7 ways to make millions with the Morrison Government, Governments continue to ignore climate change as a cause of koala extinction, Trump impeachment: He's so bad they did it twice, EDITORIAL 7 ways to make millions with the Morrison Government, University of Sydney takes down 2019 report on antisemitism, What 2021 will have in store for the ICT industry, A new resolution could solve the housing emergency in Europe, $8.7 million gift for Vales Point Coal: Pesky grant applications a mere formality. Can I visit Banksia Park if I choose my puppy from Pines Puppies? Our dogs are re-homed. See more ideas about Puppies, Park, Happy puppy. At the time of the raid, Pam was working at her job in town (ironically, a medical centre) and had left the property and animals unsupervised all day. Banksia produces about 2,000 puppies a year, making it one of the biggest puppy producers in Australia. Andrew Bolt: Andrew Bolt live on SkyNews. We have an amazing facility which has been toured by media, politicians, and all relevant departments. There is no justice. In fact, after the case concluded, Pam and her friends walked from court laughing, celebrating their "win" and were heard joking and saying; "Well, wasn’t that a waste of time?” whilst looking in the direction of two RSPCA inspectors.'. We know it’s parents, we watched it be born, and we raised it and we watched it grow. The Ham’s also claim that the RSPCA have never found issue with their business Banksia Park Puppies. It has wood barbecues, picnic shelter, playground, and a toilet block. Banksia Park Puppies had an affiliation with Pam Edwards’ breeding property in Finley. IN A FEW SHORT WEEKS, historic legislation comes into effect in Victoria. The RSPCA has defined a puppy farm as ‘ an intensive dog breeding facility that is operated under inadequate conditions that fail to meet the dogs’ behavioural, social and/or physiological needs’. IA punches above its weight. Learn more about our Banksia Park Puppies - email nick@banksiaparkpuppies.com or check out our website www.banksiaparkpuppies.com.au Enjoy the gorgeousness below! Keep ‘em honest. YES – As you can see from our Reviews page, potential Pines Puppies customers are welcome to come and visit our property for a tour to ensure that our standards are as high as we say. We have an amazing facility which has been toured by media, politicians, and all relevant departments. On 1 July, there will no longer be any doggies in the window of pet stores in Victoria, with the sale of dogs and cats no longer allowed in retailers. Banksia Park Puppies is one of the country's largest puppy farms and, on its website, is described like this: 'Banksia Park Puppies is a family company managed by Matthew Hams …'. It contains news and opinion from Australia and around the world. These accusations are falsified in an attempt to mislead families who are considering where they will purchase a puppy … IF you’re a real animal lover, it’s your job to make sure you don’t buy from a puppy farm. They're super cute and we love seeing them grow and enjoy their lives with their new families. © Copyright 2021 Independent Australia - All rights reserved. If you are interested in touring our property the staff at Pines Puppies can help you arrange this. It shows our entire property and what you will see should you come on a tour to Banksia Park Puppies. Buying a Banksia Park Puppy Puppy Pricing Interstate Customers Buying a Banksia Park Puppy Choosing Ethically Adopting a Banksia Park Retired Dog Puppy Training Puppy Information Centre. With Pam’s breeding dogs being “rehomed” with Colin Hams, it is perhaps little wonder that Banksia Park Puppies have felt the need to have a confidentiality clause agreement prepared for customers. (Source: animalsaustralia.org). July 1st marks the day that the Andrews Labor Government’s puppy farm legislation will start to become noticeable to the public. Banksia Park Puppies has electrical wires along the insides of all of our yards. Peter Wicks reports. Hagar Cohen:The couple that own the farm say they run a reputable business, but they don't want to be named, because they have been inundated by hate mail from animal welfare activists. Learn more about our Banksia Park Puppies - email nick@banksiaparkpuppies.com or check out our website www.banksiaparkpuppies.com.au Enjoy the gorgeousness below! Talk of the Town: Puppy factory storm brews in Finley https://t.co/XZbkCzqIVM @IndependentAus. These claims were backed up by the sworn testimony of Pam Edwards, who told the court that she had “rehomed” dogs with Colin Hams. As part of the sale, our name was also sold. They need to have their numbers down to ten females by April 2020. What does it mean for Banksia Park Puppies? Sep 16, 2014 - "The best friend a little girl or boy could ever ask for" The Gippsland Times, 2015. Support IA. The Banksia Farm. Puppy farms (also known as puppy mills or puppy factories) have become one of the hot topics in the dog world and pose a major welfare issue for dogs in Australia. Banksia Park Puppies has in the past, used an electric barrier at the. The official page for Banksia Park Puppies: professional, ethical dog breeder. Learn more about our Banksia Park Puppies - email nick@banksiaparkpuppies.com or check out our website www.banksiaparkpuppies.com.au Enjoy the gorgeousness below! ️ You must be a Banksia Park Puppy/Pawrent. She pleaded guilty to all charges, but was unfortunately given little more than a warning and was seen laughing with her friends as she left the court. We are a professional breeder and NOT a puppy farm – watch to see where our parents live and where your puppy grows up. Discover (and save!) In a change of strategy, we sold our retail outlets to focus on our breeding. It is also worth noting that the dog pictured below is not the one that needed euthanising. ️ You're very welcome to send in more than one entry/photo which can be sent in multiple emails to preserve photo quality and keep high MB's. Join the IA newsletter for regular updates on our latest news stories. The photo below is indicative of the type of care Matt’s relative, Pam Edwards provided her dogs. Banksia Farm. Join Our Priority List Join Our Priority List Priority Lists. To keep us speaking truth to power, please consider donating to IA today - even a dollar will make a huge difference - or subscribe and receive all the benefits of membership. Nov 6, 2014 - Photos of Banksia Park Puppies Below is a gallery of photos of Banksia Park Puppies. Banksia Park Puppies has a team of full time staff, groomers, Veterinarians, socialisation staff, and volunteers. Mar 19, 2015 - Have a look at the photos of our Banksia Park Puppies in their homes. . The 'About Us' section of their website then goes on to talk about Matt’s family and their involvement in the business. 'How well do you know your best friend?' #banksiaparkpuppies in the last… “Meet our Maggie, such a beautiful puppy, thankyou to the Banksia Park Puppies for the best friend a little girl & boy could ever want.” “This is my Pixie-Lou. We have staff who are employed by Banksia Park Puppies simply to play with, handle, and socialise the puppies and dogs. Banksia Park Puppies is one of the country's largest puppy farms and, on its website, is described like this: 'Banksia Park Puppies is a family company managed by Matthew Hams …' The 'About Us' section of their website then goes on to talk about Matt’s family and their involvement in the business. 309 likes. But Malcolm Rolton, who works for the Banksia Park Puppy Farm east of Melbourne, says the industry is not all bad. There is one document to sign being the terms and conditions of sale as required by law, but which do not include a confidentiality clause. rendezview; How to spot a puppy farmer. Banksia Park is a park on the banks of the Yarra River in Heidelberg, a north-eastern suburb of Melbourne. Part of her routine of irresponsibility. Kathy and Kevin had first started welcoming people onto their property to see the banksias back in the early 1990s. Your puppy – no matter how old – will always be a Banksia Park Puppy. There is no connection with Pam’s property or practices and ours at Banksia Park Puppies. Every puppy factory shut down is less competition for them, one less supplier to the pet stores that the Ham’s rely on as retail vendors for their products. Help us sharpen our knuckledusters. your own Pins on Pinterest Aug 15, 2014 - Have a look at the photos of our Banksia Park Puppies in their homes. Banksia Park Puppies has been targeted by animal activists in the past with lies that attempt to link the practices of our company with those of other breeding properties who do not operate at the same high standards that we do. Have a look through our, We changed our name from ACA breeders to Banksia Park Puppies due to raids from Animal Extremists. As a result of the raid, Pam Edwards faced 13 criminal charges, including aggravated animal cruelty. It has been carefully designed to ensure the Hepburn Park facility and dog breeding program is second to none. Matt Hams (Image via banksiaparkpuppies.com.au). Any who seek to have more than ten female dogs will need to apply for approval from the Agriculture Minister to allow them to keep up to 50 and must also comply with a higher standard of welfare. Background Briefingtracked down a previous owner of this particular property who had also run it … Banksia Park Puppies does not require any confidentiality agreement to be signed prior to purchasing one of our puppies, and this has never been the case. Nov 6, 2014 - Photos of Banksia Park Puppies Below is a gallery of photos of Banksia Park Puppies. Banksia Park Puppies euthanises all of our breeding dogs after they have finished their breeding life. Pet Exchange Register Source Number: BR100305, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Breed Information, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies for sale, Priority List - Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, "Where's Mum"; where all purchasers of a new puppy or dog should always know where mum and dad, Any dog or other animal farm treating their animals in an inhumane way should be shut down. Victorian puppy farm bill back on the leash New Victorian laws will create puppy black market- vets. Perhaps it may also shine a light on reports of the large volume of dogs needing euthanising on the property. Matt Hams is a board member of the Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA), the chief lobby group for puppy farmers and pet stores in Australia. A cap of 10 fertile female dogs, or 50 with a special exemption, is part of the state government’s planned puppy farm laws that aim to stamp out animal cruelty. Pam Edwards is from Finley, just over the border in NSW. 67 were here. Here’s now to ensure you don’t contribute to the cruelty. Our name was therefore changed to Banksia Park Puppies, which we have been ever since. IA is dedicated to providing fearless, independent journalism, free for all, with no barriers. Our dogs are played with every day by our staff and family, and have constant interaction with people every day. He or she will hold a special place in our hearts for it’s entire life. The property Matt purchased is a former boarding kennel and he also applied to the Berrigan Council for a permit to run a dog breeding business with up to 100 breeding dogs. Animal cruelty crosses borders ahead of puppy farm legislation, The plight of political staffers in Australian parliaments, The toxic subculture within our parliament. The famous botanic gardens are now only available to houseguests, botany students & members of the Banksia Study Group by appointment. Despite the denials from Pam, Berrigan Shire Council and a host of locals, it will come as no surprise to readers here that Pam was, in fact, running an illegal puppy farm right under the Council's nose. For this reason, we were required legally to change our name. Farmers also use every available avenue to sell their puppies to the public – including some pet shops. Pam isn’t mentioned, despite appearing to be tied to the business. References This article about a location in Victoria, Australia is a stub. [ learn more ]. Back in 2007, much to the surprise of Kevin and Kathy they were listed by Australian Travel Magazine as one of the top 100 “unknown and undervalued tourism destinations” in Australia. Independent Australia is a progressive journal focusing on politics, democracy, the environment, Australian history and Australian identity. Keep ‘em honest. One puppy farmer who is likely to be applying to the Minister for approval to hold the extra breeding stock is Matt Hams of Banksia Park Puppies. May 9, 2016 - This Pin was discovered by Banksia Park Puppies. Sources disclosed that Matt’s father, Colin Hams, who runs Banksia Park Puppies with Matt, had been seen collecting dogs from the property of Pam Edwards. They're super cute and we love seeing them grow and enjoy their lives with their new families. Australia Wide – ABC. Other: The Gippsland Times, 2016. PLEASE DONATE NOW! The RSPCA seized a large number of breeding dogs from Pam’s property, with one in such a dire state that it had to be euthanised immediately. While Pam Edwards may not own a share of the “family company”, Banksia Park Puppies, she certainly appears to have a connection to it. Banksia Park Puppy Farm formerly known as ACA puppy farm have recently stated that their 300 breeding dogs produce 2,500 puppies a year and that they have 400 puppies on site at any one time. I’m sure the dogs seized from Pam’s property didn’t think it had been a “waste of time”. Let's hope when the time comes, that the Minister agrees. Blog Blog - Posts Blog - Photos Blog - Photos from our customers Blog - Reviews of Banksia Park Puppies. But we need your help. What the RSPCA discovered on the property of Pam Edwards was horrific. Support IA. In the end, the decision on whether this “family company” is operating ethically and is worthy of Government approval to allow it to farm extra puppies in its usual manner, lies with the Agriculture Minister. Some of you may remember I spent a bit of time in Finley in 2016, looking into the questionable behaviour of the Berrigan Shire Council and investigating claims Pam Edwards was operating a puppy farm. One of these in particular is a property in Finley that is owned by Pam Edwards. We will forever hold it in our hearts as a Banksia Park Puppy. However, this “family company” is perhaps indicative of why these businesses should be shut down not allowed to increase its breeding activities. In the early 2000’s Banksia Park Puppies owned a range of pet stores in addition to our breeding property. Berrigan Council says there was nothing to see here (Image courtesy NSW RSPCA). They're super cute and we love seeing them grow and enjoy their lives with their new families. Puppy farmers will also have to start reducing their breeding dog numbers. Banksia Park Puppies has no affiliation or connection with any other breeding establishment. Puppy farms produce all types and breeds of dogs, so buying a purebred is no guarantee it comes from a responsible breeder. The former banksia Café/gallery is … We need YOU! 67 were here. From the specialised heated nurseries with heated floors, to the puppy playgrounds, to the huge live-in yards and the socialisation areas, we are very… From the specialised heated nurseries with heated floors, to the puppy playgrounds, to the huge live-in yards and the socialisation areas, we are very… Victorian dog breeders nose out NSW base ahead of puppy farm clampdown https://t.co/s171Fu1a64 via @theage. The official page for Banksia Park Puppies: professional, ethical dog breeder. 68 waren hier. The Australian. #banksiaparkpuppies in the last… The cousin of Banksia Park puppies was found guilty last week of cruelty, she left a dog with an untreated broken leg, she received a 2 year good behaviour bond. Historic legislation is making puppy farms illegal in Victoria, but puppy farmers can still apply for approval to increase their breeding stocks or move their operations interstate. 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