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Links to Other Vegetarian Web Sites

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Information and Resources

New Zealand

Vegetarians in WELLINGTON - Wellington branch of NZ Vegetarian Society Inc

Vegetarians in CHRISTCHURCH – Christchurch Centre of NZ Vegetarian Society Inc

Vegetarians in AUCKLAND – Auckland Centre of NZ Vegetarian Society Inc

Vegetarian Families – provides NZ vegetarian and vegan families the resources and support to either go veggie or stay veggie.
Vegan Monthly – comprehensive site with links, and articles on health, ethics & ecology

Animals and Us

SAFE – Save Animals from Exploitation – Animal advocacy organisation

Animal Re-Homing – Linda Nunn’s  website for rescued animals of all types in need of safe homes.

Quit Meat

Health Mechanics Naturopathy

Cooking Classes – search within this list to find vegetarian cooking classes near you

Love It! Food Auckland based vegetarian cooking help & education (more)
Team Vegan - Vegans participating in social and competitive sports. Join in at events in your area.

Vegan Triathlon – annual Christchurch event – prepare now!

The Shellfish Network – No, vegetarians do not eat shellfish! Check out this site (some content may disturb).

NZ Centre for Human-Animal Studies – Release of Report on Ethical Consumption

The Vegetarian Film Festival

NZ Health Trust – Lodge your protest and support the NHT to fight the proposal to give control to the Australian TGA.

Giant Experiment is a network committed to providing clear and accurate information to the GE debate.

Meat Free Media - animal rights media industry
The V Word – animal rights radio show
Animal Rights and Wrongs Broadcast
Vegetarian Paediatrician – Dr Leila Masson, Consultant Paediatrician (Auckland)
Vegetarian Psychologist – Dr Alice Boyes, Clinical Psychologist (Christchurch)

Vegetarians New Zealand – Vegetarians New Zealand aims to help support vegetarians and vegans in their lifestyle choice and to help them meet like-minded people.

WSPA – World Society for the Protection of Animals

Food For Thought - Vegetarian and animal rights community radio show

NZ Dairy Cruelty Support, issues and information
Sustainable Living – actions to take to improve the environment and your life
Carbon Diet Calculator – a fun visual representation
Yoga In Daily Life – a holistic system of health, encompassing body, mind, consciousness and soul

International

International Vegetarian Union

Vegetarian Society of UK

Australian Vegetarian Society

European Vegetarian Union
Nutrition MD – Help to adopt a healthy diet. PCRM’s preventative medicine site.
Animal Rights Concerns – Veganism and Animal Rights
Vegan Freak: Being Vegan in  Non-Vegan World – Blog and Radio Show
Older Vegetarians Holiday Advice – advice for those catering for vegans and vegetarians at Christmas
Cartoons
Choose Cruelty FreeAustralian site which aims to make people aware of their power as consumers to change attitudes about testing products on animals
Ethical Singles – Matchmaking Service for People who Care about Humans, Animals and the Environment
FARM Farm Animal Reform Movement. Includes
Meatout Mondays
Farm Animal Sanctuary UK
Fussy Veggie UK - Vegetarian blog reviewing UK restaurants
Future Food Focuses on possibilities for replacing animal products with products that are not derived from animals.
GoVeg.comcomprehensive website with international news, campaigns and information.
Gentle World
Humane Myth – explodes myths about ‘humane’ treatment of animals in the farming industries. Challenges and informs.
NetVeggie.com – Vegetarian directory with resources about food, organic foods, nutrition, vegan products, and much more.
OIPAInternational organisation for animal protection – associated with the UN Department of Public Information. Campaigns, action alerts, petitions to sign and information.
PETA
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) – a nonprofit organization that promotes preventive medicine, conducts clinical research, and encourages higher standards for ethics and effectiveness in research.
The Post Punk Kitchen – Vegan recipes, forums and a blog. Amusing and informative site.
Raw Reform – Information, recipes and tips for adopting a raw food diet
The Soy Story – a comprehensive and up-to-date web-based resource endorsed by the International Soy Advisory Board
Veg Voyages – vegetarian and vegan adventures in Asia
Vegan Health.org – A project of Vegan Outreach
Vegan Outreach - living with compassion means striving to maximize the good we accomplish, not following a set of rules or trying to fit a certain label. From eating less meat to being vegan, our actions are only a means to an end: decreasing suffering
Vegatopia - comprehensive academic resource
Vegetarian Home – Good place to start your search for Everything Vegetarian on the Web.
Veggie Challenge – go vegetarian or vegan for one week. You’ll be helping to create a healthier, greener, more peaceful world. Receive an email per day for 7 days with meal suggestions, recipe links, nutrition information and tips.
VeggieJews
Veggies on the Road – for vegetarians from all over the world visiting places all over the world. Vegetarian  and vegetarian friendly restaurants.
Whirled Peasblog about being a healthy, green and conscious eater
World Day for the Abolition of Meat
WSPA

Articles

International

Blood Type Diets Theory – Another view Dr Michael Klaper
EarthSave Report: A New Global Warming Strategy – how environmentalists are overlooking vegetarianism as the most effective tool against climate change in our lifetimes. By Noam Mohr
Animals As The Bottom Line: Global Warming, Human Psychology, and Net Impact For Animals
Food Additives
‘Free-Range’ Hen Rescue – American article
Kathy Freston – Blog entries from a vegan self-help author
Food – The Rights of Animals – 2008 article by Peter Singer
Music & Vegetarianism – a history of composers & musicians
The Friend I had for Lunch
Turn To Vegetarianism – Articles on many aspects of Vegetarianism
Vegetarianism and Religion – thought-provoking article from the Society of Ethical and Religious Vegetarians
veggie123 – how to successfully become vegetarian!
What Veg Activities Might Learn from the Gay Rights Movement – by Sherry F. Colb
Why Animals Matter
World Hunger – Meat Means Misery for the World’s Hungry

New Zealand

Vegan Monthly
Battery Hen Testimonial - NZ Article
The Truth Behind Your Food – article by a 17 year old NZ schoolgirl for which she received an excellence award

Accommodation

New Zealand

Ahimsa Retreat Masterton
greenSpace Eco-friendly accommodation in Christchurch
Harbour Shakti Home Stay – Lyttleton
Joya Boutique Accommodation – Nelson B&B with a centre offering Tomatis-based Listening Training
Kaimanga Lodge & Cottage Bay of Islands
Kimi Ora Spa Resort – Nelson
Mana Retreat Coromandel
Pukaki Homestay South Canterbury
Self Realization Meditation Healing Centre Christchurch retreat with B&B
The Sanctuary Animal Refuge and B & B in Matakana
VegCom A free accommodation listing service for vegetarians and vegans looking for somewhere to stay, or offering somewhere to stay.

Vegetarian Friendly

Fantails Homestay in Levin
Decanter Bay Homestead Retreat between Akaroa and Christchurch

Vegetarian Products

New Zealand

Abe’s Bagels – Trademark Approved*
Angel Food – Special diets call for special baked treats – and that calls for Angel Food.
Blissful Health Products
Deviate Footwear and Accessories
Happy and Healthy Foods
Mata Beer – handcrafted premium beers – Trademark Approved*
MJ Health Ltd – NZ made Botanical Skin Care – Trademark Approved *
nTolerance – Allergen-Free Foods one-stop shop
Soy Works – Trademark Approved*
SAFE – Animal Free products and food available
Truelife Natural Foods – NZ-wide mail order of vegetarian & vegan foods, including both packaged grocery items and ready-to-eat products
VeganPet Food
Vegetarian Cheese – Information about rennet-free cheeses
Vegetarian Delights Recipes and nutrition information for Frys Vegetarian and Vegan products. (Requires Adobe)
Wrights Wines – Trademark Approved*

International

Downbound American online store for vegan, organic and fair trade products
www.ecofirms.org/
Essential Stuff- Natural Skin and Bodycare 100% vegan friendly – Australia
Sanitarium
Tippitappi Vegan Organic Apparel
TurnOver A New Leaf books Australian health food programme for the whole family
Vegan Shoes Reasons to buy vegan. Online shopping on this English site.
Vegan Shopping Online American site.
Vegan Wares – Vegan shoes, belts and wallets. Australian online shopping.
www.vegano.com.au

For Young People

Food For Thought – Vegetarian and animal rights community radio show hosted by 12 year old Sam
VegeTeen
Young Veggies The children and youth section of the UK Vegetarian Society. Recipes, information and inspiration.
Youth Group
Vegetarian Friendly Books – for children, teens and parents

Recipes

New Zealand

Peter Chaplin Cooking Classes Peter’s vegetarian classes are completely vegetarian. There is also mention of seafood cooking classes- please note the Vegetarian Society does not promote eating fish or seafood.
Cooking Classes – search within this list to find vegetarian cooking classes near you

International

IVU Recipes Around The World – Over 3,000 recipes
Vegan Culinary Experience Article published with the IVU on how to successfully serve meat eaters – recipes, details on adding bold flavors to your cuisine, and cooking techniques.
Vegetable Expert A UK site about growing and preparing vegetables
Veg Cooking
Vegan Cooking An American site with an option to subscribe.

Meatout Mondays
Vegetarian Channel – Thousands of vegetarian recipes and vegan recipes from across the world.