# Kea Feeding Ban Blocked by Council

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Podcast: [Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/christchurch-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7854780)
Published: 2026-06-14T21:20:20+00:00
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## Resource

The push to stop feeding kea in Arthur’s Pass hit a snag when the Selwyn District Council refused to create a bylaw, saying it’s beyond their legal power and already covered by existing protections. But advocates like Renée Habluetzel aren’t giving up—they’ve secured an informal legal opinion suggesting a bylaw could still work under the Local Government Act, citing property damage, pest attraction, and public distress. Their goal? To gently nudge kea back into the wild, using the bylaw as an educational tool first, enforcement last. They’re determined to protect these iconic birds from human handouts and ensure their survival in nature. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2224b1be1b13163a

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