Knackery

Last week, the state government suspended its brumby re-homing program while an investigation takes place into the illegal knackery allegations.

Peter Thompson says council will not pursue an investigation into determining who leaked information about an alleged illegal knackery to the media.

The industry insists less than one percent end up in an abattoir or knackery, with some states, including New South Wales, requiring all retired racehorses be rehomed.

The national broadcaster has questioned suggestions by industry stalwarts that a mere one percent of horses who retire from racing find their way to an abattoir or knackery.