John MacDonald: I'm scratching my head over the greyhounds being scratched

I have never had a problem with greyhound racing so you’re not going to hear me singing the Government’s praises for banning the sport.

But I am scratching my head. Because there are so many things about this move by the coalition that just don’t make sense to me.

Chris Lynch: Government bans greyhound racing......

Government bans greyhound racing: a historic victory for animal welfare, but industry devastated

The Government’s decision to ban greyhound racing in New Zealand has drawn polarising reactions from animal welfare advocates and the greyhound racing industry.

The decision, announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Racing Minister Winston Peters, marks the end of the sport following a 20-month phase-out period.