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A killer whale held captive for more than a half-century will be returned to her home.
Dingo ‘held girl underwater’ in horror attack
A girl has been flown to hospital after she was attacked by a dingo in Queensland.
'Animals in desperate need': Auckland SPCA hosting adoption day this weekend
Auckland SPCA centres are hosting their first adoption day in three years.
Long-awaited agreement in place to return orca to Pacific
The animal's freedom marks the changing times for the theme park industry.
Park laments having to put down NZ's only black leopard
'This was an incredibly difficult decision but the best for Manni.'
'Filthy' conditions: Judge upholds 32 animal neglect convictions for 84yo former top breeder
Barbara Glover and her daughter were found guilty in a judge-alone trial.
'Serious state': The sting in the tail of Cyclone Gabrielle
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Rare pāteke/brown teal return to Purerua in the Bay of Islands
Twenty rare ducks released at Purerua after a three-year pest removal campaign.
'Catastrophic injury': Whippy the greyhound rescued, owner convicted
The SPCA rescued Whippy saying it was horrific to think what the dog was going through.
Zebra crossing: Zoo escapee spotted in Korean capital
The young zebra walked, trotted and galloped for hours.
'Seagulls are having a field day': Thousands of eels stuck on farmland after flooding
It was an awful sight and local councils have done nothing to stop this, says resident.
MPI helping farmers as they work through cyclone-related problems
Farmers facing worries over stock after Cyclone Gabrielle still have plenty of support.
Deadly outbreak of botulism kills thousands of birds, immediate action called for
The outbreak in a Waikato wetland has claimed rare indigenous birds and many more.
Napping stallion has locals thinking he’s dead
Please don't panic! Slim Shady, the horse, sleeps in this unusual position.
Spanish octopus farm's ‘cruel’ plan to freeze them to death
About one million creatures, known for their intelligence, will be produced for food.
'Global challenge' of vet shortages affecting Whanganui
Whanganui vet clinics are being affected by the vet shortage.
Wild cats and legal fights: Lion park's tumultuous history
Down memory lane. Key events at the lion park over the last two decades
Wildlife park operator tells all about its troubles and the future
The operator of big-cat park speaks about liquidation and the way forward.
NZ's first 'kiwi corridor' in Northland ever closer after release over weekend
One Kiwi was named after the late local legend Murdoch Ross.
Sensitive fishing data to be kept from public at appeal hearing
Data on fishing in fragile marine area in the South Island to remain confidential.
Big cats from closed Whangārei lion park unsuitable for the wild
It's unlikely the big cats will be taken by a zoo in New Zealand, an expert believes.
Council rules out stepping in to save iconic lion park
Whangārei mayor rules out council help for lion park at this stage
Decision on fate of big cats after liquidation down to park owner and operator
Official Assignee handling the liquidation of Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary.
‘It was a beautiful thing’: Hawke’s Bay community turns out to walk displaced dogs
Volunteers walk the dogs in HUHA's care three times a day.
Children's book educates about animal cruelty
A local writer shares what inspired his book.
This 'gentle' hound was mauled on the beach - why his owner is 'grateful' to the attacking dog's owners
The dog will be put down after the owner “voluntarily surrendered ownership” to council.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Poachers just one more worry farmers don’t need
Councils should also show leeway on the usual RMA red tape and consents.
Local Focus: ‘Dead livestock everywhere’
Volunteers have spent days cleaning up dead animals in Hastings after Cyclone Gabrielle.
82-year-old farmer who badly treated cattle admits management of his farm “got away on him”
Farmer fined for ill treatment of cows on Kaipara cattle farm
Sheep trapped on Hawke’s Bay rooftop rescued and waiting to be reunited with owners
The SPCA said the owners were picking the sheep up today.
Where you can donate goods and who you contact for help after Gabrielle
Contact numbers, websites and email addresses have been provided to help those in need.
Cyclones, floods: Aotea Great Barrier Island's challenges as environmental trust turns 20
The battle to safeguard the island’s wildlife and ecosystems has been a challenging one.
Rare pink dolphin and Kiwi snapper among Underwater Photographer award winners
Over 6000 photographs were entered into the contest from the wettest parts of the planet.