‘Upsetting and horrific’: Young sea lion shot and killed
DoC investigating attack on female sea lion in "nationally vulnerable" population.
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Lolita the Orca dies after 50 years in captivity
Caregivers had been preparing to move her from a US theme park.
Former Auckland high school deputy principal jailed for child abuse images
Lawrence Peter Stephens pleaded guilty to 5 charges covering possession of 218 images.
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‘We’re going to miss him forever’: Superstar cat 'went out on his own terms'
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'People need to start taking responsibility': Puppies dumped, animal facilities at capacity
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Dead dolphins transported to Massey University to determine cause of death
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Six dolphins found dead in Ruakākā, hapū on-site
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Rescued walrus calf that received cuddles in care dies
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Increasing kiwi deaths prompts conservation groups to caution dog owners
Suspected dog attack behind another dead kiwi in Northland.
Who let the dogs in? Workplaces embrace canine colleagues
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NZ in ‘firing line’ as scientists sound alarm over extreme Antarctica events
Extreme events are influencing every realm in Antarctica, prompting a call for action.
Woman leaves 'emotional support dog' in airport after being told it couldn't fly
She was told she couldn't take her pet on the plane. So, she left the dog behind.
Calls for authorities to intervene over ‘local harmful cat feeder’
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King of the Saddle returns to Ruakākā
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New tiger matched with zoo female for breeding
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Ancient giant whale unearthed in Peruvian desert
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