Nelson community garden birds die after eating suspected poisoned grain

The community of Nelson is reeling after a devastating incident at the Waimarama Community Organic Gardens. Over 100 birds have perished, a tragic consequence of what volunteers believe was deliberately poisoned grain left in their composting bins.

Sally Rees, the co-ordinator for the gardens, expressed the shock and sadness felt by the community. This beloved green space, a hub for local residents to connect with nature and each other, has been violated. The discovery by a member of the public highlights the community's vigilance but also the brazenness of the act.

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More than 100 birds have died at a Nelson community garden after eating what volunteers believe was poisonous grain put into its composting bins.

While the exact cause is under investigation, the suspicion of intentional poisoning casts a dark shadow. This isn't just about birds; it's about the safety and sanctity of a cherished community resource. We hope authorities will thoroughly investigate this malicious act and bring those responsible to justice, ensuring such a tragedy never befalls our gardens again.

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a member of the public was walking through the gardens at the weekend when they noticed a large