Shrek 2 found in Gisborne

First there was the South Island Shrek who came to our attention in 2004 – now a rival has been found in Gisborne. She has finally been caught at Wairakaia Station and has been given a name – Gizzy Shrek. Farmer Rob Faulkner says he has been on her tail for years. Gizzy Shrek has never been handled. ‘‘She has not got an earmark and has still got her tail on and she is a very healthy young animal.’’ And her fleece is spectacular. ‘‘I estimate her fleece length would be 60 centimetres.’’ Gizzy Shrek is a coopworth romney cross and is set to star at the upcoming Gisborne A & P show, where her magnificent fleece will be shorn by one of New Zealand’s top shearers. Faulkner says she will live out the rest of her days on the farm. - RNZ