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Up close and caged with killer crocs
Robin Esrock comes face to face with the mighty jaws of an African predator.
It's 'haere ra' to Happy Feet
The wayward emperor penguin 'Happy Feet' will be farewelled today as he prepares for his long voyage home.
Behind the scenes with Auckland Zoo's vets
A peek at the work of Auckland Zoo’s veterinary team reveals a range of challenges as unique as the zoo’s residents.
Yvonne's moooves captivate Germany (+ video)
Yvonne the cow's ability to evade capture has brought her fame beyond even the wildest of bovine dreams.
Bankruptcy hearing for Zion Wildlife Gardens operator
The bid to bankrupt Zion operator Patricia Busch is scheduled to be heard in the High Court at Whangarei tomorrow.
Fears for kids after attacks
A dog lover has told how she fears for her grandchildren after her pet dogs were mauled by a pack of American pitbulls.
Hunt for cow who hoofed it
A "cow whisperer", helicopters and infrared cameras: no effort is being spared to find Austrian runaway cow Yvonne.