Elly Waitoa
Elly Waitoa is the Animal Management manager for Auckland Council, advocating for responsible pet ownership and addressing the issue of roaming dogs in the community.
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Elly Waitoa is the council animal management manager who discussed the limitations of current dog control powers.
As attacks surge, calls grow to overhaul NZ’s 30-year-old dog control laws
New Zealand· 2026-02-03
Elly Waitoa is the animal management manager discussing the challenges of dog-related issues in Auckland.
Ten things you might not know about Auckland Transport - Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-09-05
Auckland Council animal management manager Elly Waitoa says public safety is its top priority and that dog owners must take responsibility for their pets.
Auckland Council seeks stronger powers to tackle roaming dog crisisNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
The Auckland Council’s Animal Management manager, Elly Waitoa, said the number of dog bites reported to ACC was also increasing.
Auckland dog attacks on the rise, how does your suburb compare?New Zealand· 2025-06-22
Elly Waitoa said the incident was under investigation and the team was working to track down the dogs so they could be seized and impounded.
Eight cats killed on Auckland street as council tracks down owner hiding dogsNew Zealand· 2025-05-24
Animal Management manager Elly Waitoa urged dog owners to take responsibility for their pets.
Roaming dogs attack boy and elderly dog in Māngere BridgeNew Zealand· 2025-05-09
