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Roaming dogs kill 142 lambs in ‘grisly’ Auckland farm attacks
A total of 142 lambs were killed and another 86 injured in the two attacks.
Fears dogs could be swept away by UK storm
Winds of up to 90mph forecast as first storm of year makes landfall.
Late-night naked antics, chicken coop surprise for residents
Both incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at around 2am.
Heartwarming reunion: Man finds dog alive after Los Angeles wildfire
Wildfire forces LA residents to part with pets; shelters fill with animals.
Swimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightings
The warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast.
No-dog zone to be enforced at Raglan Domain
Dogs are prohibited from the domain, whether on-lead or off-lead.
Should you participate in elephant tourism? Here’s what experts say.
How can tourists ethically - and safely - interact with elephants while travelling?
‘Made me cry’: $13k donated to help beloved bulldog recover
Generous readers donate $13,000 after missing bulldog Baby is found in Northland.
‘Too many tears to count’: Meghan Markle reveals 'devastating' loss
The Duchess shared some heartbreaking news, days before her new Netflix series premieres.
'Absolutely amazing': Logan's homecoming after Singapore stint
Logan reunites with mare Istataba, aiming for stakes races in New Zealand.
Have you seen a bush robin? Abel Tasman National Park asks to report sightings
The little birds have been absent for decades, but they seem to be making a comeback.
Watch: Kiwi survives encounter with deadly snake inside his Aussie home
He was holding his pet cat when he stepped on the snake - but may owe the feline a debt.
Dogs are really talking to their owners – and yours can talk to you too
This newfound talent can give a new lease of life to communication with your pet.
Pet dog, 12 firearms allegedly stolen from Canterbury family in separate burglaries
'We’ve had enough to deal with and we don’t know where else to turn.'
Man finds out he's not the father of his baby through live puppy cam
'Imagine the most outrageous Jeremy Kyle story you have ever heard and times it by 100.'
Rising stars: Forsman trio impress in pre-race trial
Forsman eyes Levin Classic for Kitty Flash, Hinekaha after strong trial performances.
Are dachshunds doomed? The long and the short of it
Schnitzel von Krumm has a very low tum - for now.
Texas teen accused of poisoning show goat of classmate she believed cheated
17yo Aubrey Vanlandingham was arrested and charged with cruelty to livestock animals.
Oscar Bonavena and Muscle Mountain to continue long-running rivalry
One of New Zealand’s great staying trots could turn into a 200m drag race.
Wellington Zoo mourns death of capybara Luna
The huge rodent had been unwell for some time and died despite the efforts of carers.
Mick on Monday: How Greg Sugars became Auckland harness racing's standout driver
Greg Sugars aims for rare double in Auckland Cup with Better Eclipse.
Queensland youth pastor dies after shark attack at popular tourist spot
Man sustained a 'significant life-threatening wound to his neck'.
Holiday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings
'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.
Shark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarily
Whiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.
FBI ‘found evidence Covid was lab leak but was not allowed to brief president’
‘I find it surprising White House didn’t ask’, says doctor of microbiology Jason Bannan.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in August 2024?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.
Shark attacks rare in NZ, but swimmers should be wary
People should remember 'it is their supermarket we are venturing into', scientist says.