The conservationist and New Zealand rare breeds enthusiast – Willis is also a director of Rare Breeds International – has long taken an interest in the island’s unusual wildlife, in particular the Arapawa sheep. Iain McGregor/Stuff Michael Willis founded the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch. Iain McGregor/Stuff Michael Willis is a champion for rare breeds of animals in New Zealand. Each year, Willis hosts a rare breeds auction at Willowbank, with enthusiasts travelling from around the country to attend. Glenda Goatley has a menagerie of rare breeds at her Canterbury farm.

Source: Stuff August 30, 2020 18:56 UTC