Oh, the poor little lambs

The law of unintended consequences or it hasn't been a good week for those who get too sentimental over animals.

Close to 1000 lambs were set to run down Auckland’s Queen St as part of the Real New Zealand Festival on October 17, the Monday before the tournament final.

But when the event was scrapped last month after the SPCA said it went against "humane principles", more than 350 lambs were immediately sent to the meatworks.

I expect they will taste good though - nicely roasted with mint sauce, peas and potatoes.