Documentation has shed light on the circumstances surrounding cop's decision.

M. Bovis will not stop the annual movement of farmers and their cattle

The Fieldays Rural Bachelor of the Year is now the Rural Catch and includes women.

Worker's alcohol issues flagged after only one of two horses survive high-speed joyride.

"I regard this as one of the most serious examples of neglect that I have seen."

Keepers were able to gain the monkeys' trust by feeding them their favourite treats.

Aucklanders are being asked to keep an eye out for a cockatoo that's escaped from the zoo.

Owner turned her back on dog for a few seconds and she was gone.

Hundreds of Little Blue Penguins being found dead or dying are causing great concern.

Monkeys fought back during break in to Wellington's Zoo, likely injuring would-be thieves.

Auckland SPCA has used recordings to help argue its case in court on six occasions.

The chick attracted attention for its speedy trek up the coast of the South Island.

Animal shelter on a mission to keep spiked collars out of the hands of dog owners.

A puppy adopted from the Whanganui District Council pound developed parvo the next day.

Just like humans, dogs donate blood to help save others that are sick or injured.

Cats and dogs are being controlled by phone based apps as technology improves.

A new study will help rescuers determine which whales to save first in mass strandings.

A dog was found so emaciated and unwell it had to be put down.

An entire breeding season of little blue penguin chicks was wiped out by a New Year storm.

SPCA has apologised after using photo of French bulldog in appeal promotion.

GRAPHIC CONTENT: Cat needs surgery after bullets lodge in face.

Rachel Hunter taking part in a kiwi release on Motutapu Island.

Rodeo not harmful enough to be banned but specific animal welfare issues to be looked at.

COMMENT: The "evidence" suggesting cats are killing our native birds is shonky.

The SPCA needs donations to address horrific cases of animal abuse in NZ.

Animals were welcome at the funeral for beloved veterinarian Ian Hughes today.

The mysterious cray needs our help, writes Dean Baigent-Mercer.

"Sadly this is something we see that happens a lot," says SPCA spokeswoman.

Animal Welfare Code adhered to, says organiser and bull breeder Shane Bird.

Vicky Roebuck hopes people will be allowed to bring their pets along to Hughes' funeral.