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Australian Whales envoy named? Rumours abound (3) On May 9, 2008 at 11:58 AM, Dave not on the Esperanza wrote: Oh, and I meant to mention. This morning, NHK reported that at the G8 foreign minister's meeting in June, Australia, US and Japan will sit down for a private meeting - ostensibly to discuss defence issues, but the elephant in the room will be a whale, so to speak.... more » Australian Whales envoy named? Rumours abound (3) On May 9, 2008 at 11:25 AM, Dave not on the Esperanza wrote: Yep, really! For a start, yes, the poll done by the Nippon Research Centre shows a decline in support for whaling. You just have to examine the figures. It costs ¥5 billion (around US$... more » Australian Whales envoy named? Rumours abound (3) On May 9, 2008 at 11:05 AM, isanatori wrote: "Support for whaling is on the wane in Japan" Really? Do you have any evidence of that...apart from the survey you made (and which is certainly biased by the way the questions were set)? The Asahi Shimbun poll actuall shows that a majority of Japanese supports both eating whale and scientific w... more » From the heart of Santiago: Hundreds of people call for a whale sanctuary in Chile's waters (2) On May 5, 2008 at 2:19 PM, Dave not on the Esperanza wrote: Animallover - Greenpeace promotes the protection of whales everywhere on the planet!... more » From the heart of Santiago: Hundreds of people call for a whale sanctuary in Chile's waters (2) On May 2, 2008 at 8:34 AM, animalover wrote: What does Greenpeace think of the Australian Liberal Party's idea for a Global Whale Sanctuary? http://www.liberal.org.au/info/news/detail/20080501_PortStep... more » Hello Hobart – at the end of a long journey (4) On February 4, 2008 at 4:02 PM, Jenni wrote: Well done y'all. Thanks so much again for everything you did out there this year... Best of luck now in all your future endeavours. And to all at Greenpeace - you know you can count on us for ongoing support.. let us know whenever there is anything we can do to help the whales. Happy Avocado eatin... more » Hello Hobart – at the end of a long journey (4) On February 4, 2008 at 1:24 PM, Grateful Child wrote: Thank you Iréne, and you all, both on the Esperanza, in offices, and those in the blogs here who care enough to try and make a change. I'll miss you all, but you all will never be far from my heart. Through all the criticism and hardship, your Love and courage has made this the most successful... more » Hello Hobart – at the end of a long journey (4) On February 4, 2008 at 12:38 PM, Richard wrote: I noted that one of your previous contributors asked why you didn't use unpaid volunteers. Well, by answer, I am an unpaid volunteer - I have been roughed up by police, abused by the public, ranted at by nutters. I am proud to give my free time as a Greenpeace volunteer. Oh and for the record, fo... more » Hello Hobart – at the end of a long journey (4) On February 4, 2008 at 11:49 AM, Tom wrote: I want to congratulate the whole crew on a job well done. Hopefully the debat (that you guys made happen) will result in a termination of Japans whaling expeditions. It was nice to read the regular updates all these weeks, I want to thank Iréne for keeping us so well informed with regular updates. I... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 4, 2008 at 3:28 AM, Toby Rowallan wrote: Hi and welcome to Hobart! I was fortunate and able to watch you sail in last night. It was a wonderful moment when the crowd on the wharf gave three very hearty cheers for you on the Esperanza, I know I yelled at the top of my lungs! So I just wanted to say how proud you should be of the efforts tha... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 4, 2008 at 2:52 AM, Stacey wrote: hi there im new to this site but i joined up cause it makes me sick to watch whales being hunted,and for what? I would love to help and go out there.The japanese dont plan on stopping,and i wont be surprised if humans wipe ourselves of this planet soon,millions of animals have already being extinct ... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 4, 2008 at 2:44 AM, timmy wrote: Jenni, My criticism is not ill-informed, I can think just as cleverly as you can. I agree what has been said by Greenpeace about taking this debate to Japan. Sending ships down to the Antarctic each year does not help after you've done it a few times. But Japan is killing whales again now that Gree... more » Iréne - web editor (40) On February 4, 2008 at 1:07 AM, Irene on the Esperanza wrote: THANKYOU all for your comments and encouragement! Thanks Dwarven for coming to greet us - it was the best avocado I ever had! I hope to see you tomorrow for the open ship. Yes Chris, we are in Hobart, and the ship will be open tomorrow - welcome! /Iréne... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 4, 2008 at 12:25 AM, Antonio Padilha wrote: Sara, You are right when you do not inform Sea Shepherd people on the coordinates of the whaling fleet. Some people do not understand this, and this is because of the strong and passionate will all of we have to save those giant friends we humans have on the seas. But, if Greenpeace would cooperate... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 4, 2008 at 12:02 AM, EJE wrote: Hi Maria, Does Sea Shepherd do anything about the North Pacific 'scientific' hunt, the Dall's porpoise slaughter, the Baird's beaked whale hunt, the traditional hunts in Lamalera? Environmental organisations usually can't be all things to all people or offer assistance to every environmental issue... more » No humpbacks to be killed – for now (25) On February 3, 2008 at 4:08 PM, Alex Hardy wrote: WE LOVE YOU GREENPEACE !!! WE DO WE LOVE YOU GREENPEACE !!! WE DO WE LOVE YOU GREENPEACE WE DOOOO !!! OOOOOHHH GREENPEACE WE LOVE YOU !!... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 3, 2008 at 11:03 AM, Benn wrote: hey guys - it may feel like one step back to hear more whales have been killed - but having watched the media coverage this year I am in no doubt that you have taken the world several steps forward this season. well done. ps. the cam looks like hobart, ironic that it used to be a big whaling port,... more » Iréne - web editor (40) On February 3, 2008 at 8:52 AM, Chris wrote: Hi Irene, thank you for all the great updates about what you did down there. Great work. I see land on the webcam, so I'm curious where you are. I beg you're quite relieved to see land again after all those weeks. Are you in Hobart (Tasmania)? I missed you in Auckland in December, but I'd like to... more » Okinawa sea cows win in court! (4) On February 3, 2008 at 2:49 AM, Deborah Hodgson wrote: this is crazy building a runway over a reef is just stupid in any language but what can you expect with good ol GWB and his bunch of war mongers in charge. I was at a Crosby, Stills and Nash concert recently and they said that Bush was living proof that you can live your whole life and not learn a f... more » More individual efforts to end whaling and a few words on fuel (8) On February 3, 2008 at 12:54 AM, Hayey wrote: Hello happy to have you home, you have been great out there. l am a 8 year old girl who wants to work for green peace, l love every large and small animal most of all whales thankyou for helping them l love you guys.... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 2, 2008 at 9:25 PM, ravenlighte wrote: Firstly, well said that woman! Fantastic job Sara and all the crew. I think many people miss the point here. It is my experience that environmental organisations in general have a very bad image, variously referred to as "road-kill eating, tree hugging, neocon hippies, telling people what they can ... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 2, 2008 at 8:09 PM, Kris wrote: The whaling season is far from over for this year. The Japanese still have plenty of time to kill all the whales you claimed to have saved during your two weeks spent there. Their quota will still be filled this year if the pressure is not kept up to stop them. Leaving now is quiting before the j... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 2, 2008 at 3:40 PM, Maria wrote: Not to be rude or anything i think its great you guys went down to the southern ocean year after year to stop whaling however i believe greenpeace should refuell and headback since you have the profits to do so. Sea shepherd are in debt and they are planning to return. Not only that but its funny ho... more » Video: Confronting the Oriental Bluebird (30) On February 2, 2008 at 3:29 PM, ozwiz wrote: Several years ago some friends took violently ill after eating snapper at a local restaurant and were diagnosed as having Ciguatera toxin poisoning. Pretty horrid experience with vomiting, tingling nerves and altered sensations. Although a neurotoxin to humans, the literature suggests that most m... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 2, 2008 at 2:18 PM, snookie's paw wrote: Don't get dishearted about any negative comments ,you are appreciated by people around the world who log on and email. These people who criticise and verbally abuse you are no better than immature school yard bullies! They obviously have nothing better to do. When ever you feel down,just look at all... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 2, 2008 at 12:28 PM, Grateful Child wrote: wow Lauren, and stagger me back, ...you rock!!! You made my day today, and sent this old man's spirit soaring. You must have a wonderful mom and dad to have such a grateful child as you. Don't ever let go of this Love you feel inside Lauren. If only I had your vision when I was your age...... more » The Nisshin Maru turning back to the whaling grounds (56) On February 2, 2008 at 6:51 AM, L. Mitchell wrote: It is reported that 5 whales have been taken and that Greenpeace is saddened. If this is true, then why are you not returning to the whaling grounds?... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 2, 2008 at 5:51 AM, Lauren wrote: hello Irene im 16 years old,and after reading that the japanese had killed yet another 5 whales for "research" it made me think, what kind of world do we live in. Humans believe that everything in nature has been put there for them to use and abuse. it makes me angry beyond words to see what poeple... more » Okinawa sea cows win in court! (4) On February 2, 2008 at 1:47 AM, Phil wrote: Why does the US Defense Dept need to build a 1.5mile long runway in Japan // are they at war again ??... more » More individual efforts to end whaling and a few words on fuel (8) On February 2, 2008 at 12:52 AM, Soren Cicchini wrote: Perhaps Greenpeace should consider a nuclear powered vessel so that we can outlast the whalers.... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 2, 2008 at 12:50 AM, Bob Orr wrote: I've lived in Japan, I have some Japanese friends and co-workers, and I have studied the language for a decade. I really am afraid that people over estimate the impact that all this is having on the Japanese public. The Japanese Government spends a lot of taxpayers' money on wasteful subsidies... it... more » Iréne - web editor (40) On February 1, 2008 at 11:49 PM, Dwarven wrote: Hi I hear you will be visiting Hobart on Sunday. We will come and say hello. Any requests? dwarvenaoe3@hotmail.com... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 1, 2008 at 10:19 PM, Barbara Stowe wrote: Write On, Sara! Very well said. A big bravo to you and all the crew. You have done an amazing job. Barbara Stowe... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 7:41 PM, Grateful Child wrote: Hi Sam, ...Bill, Bill: Peace will never come, until we act in peace, ...like get out of Iraq and start making friends instead of enemies. You should as Iréne says, read what's already been said about this, ...that it is logistically impossible. The truth is, they were quite lucky to find the flee... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 6:21 PM, Magnus wrote: It was no good news to read to day. In my point of view you did a much better job down there than the Sea shepherds and the Oceanic Viking have done. I was afraid this would happen when you had to go to port and refuel etc... I believe that the Oceanic Viking will only be down there observing and n... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 6:18 PM, Sybren wrote: Iréne, Of course it is horrible that there are whales to be killed once more, after a break of more than two weeks. I understand your feelings there on the Esperanza, and I hope you don't give up. But you have to look at the bright side of the story: Whaling has been stopped for two entire weeks, a... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 6:05 PM, Rachael Kirby wrote: Hi Irene and the rest of the crew, I actually did burst into tears last night when I heard that 5 whales had been killed. In fact walking my youngest son to school this morning that is all we talked about. I think the issue does have to be raised on the streets in Japan now. The more the general ... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 5:51 PM, Jenni wrote: Eh HELLO Timmy? May I draw your attention to: http://www.greenpeace.org/international/news/canon-shooting-whales-240108 and perhaps.. <a href="http://weblog.greenpeace.org/whales/2008/01/voices_... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 5:35 PM, Jenni wrote: Oh no.. this is sad news indeed. All the more reason for everyone reading this blog, who believes that this is wrong to get behind Greenpeace 100%.. Let's stop giving the crew grief and wasting their time and instead focus our energies on doing what we can do to HELP.. Send those letters to Canon,... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 1, 2008 at 5:24 PM, Simon Carroll wrote: Hi Sara! Well put and well done to you and teh rest of teh team. All the best, Simon.... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 4:44 PM, Jim Wills wrote: All citizens of the world must stop purchasing "Made in Japan" products. That includes cars, trucks, cameras and foodstuffs. Consumer choice is the action to be taken when all else fails. It will be effective if we all reject Japanese products. Spreading the words to work mates, family and friends w... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 12:34 PM, Anna wrote: Although today's news are bad, you made something move. They will have to stop this nonsense massacre in the end. Let's hope this moment comes soon. You did a great job,Thank you!... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 1, 2008 at 12:15 PM, Ariane wrote: How sad all this!This is exactly why our world is such a mess..... some humans always seem to have the need to abuse another to make themselves feel better about themselves, their pathetic egos.& the REAL battle is forgotten- whales,& our world,is dying......we MUST ALL work together. Well done for ... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 10:52 AM, Belle wrote: Dear Irene, You are all doing a wonderful job and it's really appreciated by so many of us. I can hardly bear to see the whales being killed on televison and become extremely upset by it. I've been thinking of starting an email campaign to boycott Japanese made goods thinking that this could make a ... more » Simona - 2nd cook (32) On February 1, 2008 at 9:44 AM, giusi wrote: qualcuno deve avermi ascoltato. vi hanno fatto un servizio sul TG1 questa settimana. Meno male che l'opinione pubblica sa ed è sicuramente dalla vs. parte. CIAO E A PRESTO!!!!!!... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 8:20 AM, Jet wrote: Hi there.. what types of whales are they after? Just any that they come across?... more » Iréne - web editor (40) On February 1, 2008 at 7:28 AM, Susanne Cheekyface wrote: Irene, Thank you for the messages you send out. We on the land can only wonder at the dangers you people put yourselves in, but we support what you do. Yes whaling is archaic and unnecessary and like you, Id rather see the whaling ships in a museum, or sunk to form homes for the creatures of the sea... more » Texas - second mate (7) On February 1, 2008 at 7:21 AM, Susanne Cheekyface wrote: That smile just has to appeal to the whales too. Go you good thing...and be safe. You people are truly remarkable. Cheers Susanne Cheekyface... more » Frank - captain (18) On February 1, 2008 at 7:17 AM, Susanne Cheekyface wrote: Captain Frank, and all the crew in the Espy, Im in awe of you and what you do to save the lives of such beautiful, harmless sea creatures. Wish I could be a part of what you do but I dont have sea leggs. I just dont understand the japanese, they kill these beautiful animals, claiming it to be resear... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 5:25 AM, nikki wrote: i just want to say thank you for bringing so much attention to this cause. i know it is a difficult battle, and it must be heartbreaking to leave the southern ocean, but i do believe that someday soon commercial whaling will cease for good. there is no need for this in our world today. the fact th... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 4:29 AM, timmy wrote: I hope you focus funds on other ways of ending whaling. Sending ships to the Antarctic doesn't seem to change much... especially with Sea Shepherd there undermining everything you do. Greenpeace should try something different and original, otherwise it'll just be more of the same next year, more wha... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 4:14 AM, Bill Halka wrote: Dear Irene, It is pretty obvious that nothing down there is easy and you are all to be congratulated on the effort so far, but I think Sam and others are right in many ways. For example some would see trying to stop refuelling as a violent act yet you consider it non violent. The Japanese wha... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 4:06 AM, andy wrote: The Oceanic Viking seems to have not done anything to try and stop the 5 whales from being killed . i am sad and upset like a lot of others . ... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 4:04 AM, Another Girl trying to make a difference wrote: I think that whaling has gone far enough!!!!!!!!!! What right have we got to kill these beautiful creatures! This message is sent just to say that it is not enough just to sit and wish things will change. It is up to us to change it!!!!!!!! Don't just sit bac and let it happen! Do something about be... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 3:36 AM, Mona Choo wrote: Hello Irene and all who have worked so hard on the Esperanza. Your work is always greatly appreciated because you are there doing what many of us think we would like to do but make excuses not to, because we're too afraid, too comfortable sitting in our warm homes, too bogged down by other things th... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 2:39 AM, Sam Kim wrote: Dear Irene and Rob, The Japanese Whalers have started whaling again and given the fact that you have pulled out and not to refuel and return, more Minkes and Fins are to die. What are you feelings ? It is easy to say non- violence is working and if it is your brothers or sisters who are dying in ... more » Picking the right target (43) On February 1, 2008 at 2:33 AM, Sisko Susanna Morrisby wrote: Once again The Japanese Government is blatantly and arrogantly ignoring any kind of international treaties concerning whaling.It truly saddens me to see this happening again.I agree,a great deal of work is needed in and within Japan to inform people, and I certainly do not wish to sound patronizing.... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 2:09 AM, Mike Koen wrote: I'm sorry Irene, because I understand how particularly painful it must be for you. Such effort and such hard work. But you and your mates are having a tremendous impact, and you are saving the whales, even if it does not happen for all of them immediately. Stay focused on that. REPLY: ... more » Wallpaper of the week (5) On February 1, 2008 at 2:08 AM, Patricia B. Viscilglio de Eiky wrote: Muy bueno por Esperanza... Paremos entre todos las matanzas dde todas las especies marinas. Los felicitamos por esta dura lucha!!!Pero Ganaremos. Asiaticos paren con todas esas matanzas de nuestros hermosos animales Marinos. Carinos a todos los de Esperanza desde Argentina. Pat y Flia.... more » The whale hunt continues (28) On February 1, 2008 at 2:03 AM, Nicole wrote: http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200705/r145251_508055.jpg This brings tears to my eyes and pain to my heart..... It is so sad and frustrating! I found the above photo online. This is the Nisshin Maru's lame at... more » |
