Our whale vote was bought, says Minister. Japan denies whale sanctuary bribery claim. Lee rejects Maori criticism. No consultation on santuary - Taiaroa. Lee confident whaling ban will remain in place.
Japan blasts Australia on whale haven plan.
Whaling Nations Scuttle Sanctuary Proposal . As whales recover, so does the push for more whaling . Whale sanctuary plan defeated in IWC vote . Minister questions Caribbean vote on whales. IWC sees lifting of whaling ban, Japan under fire.