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Encountering the locals on an urban safari
You don't have to go far to get up close with creatures great and small, discovers Bronwyn Sell.
Beasts in our backyard
Embark on an urban safari adventure at one of the many animal attractions in Auckland and beyond.
Artist finds inspiration in birds of gulf islands
Wildlife artist Chris Gaskin spends hours drawing the intricate patterns on a bird.
Christchurch earthquake: Once abandoned, now lifesavers
In the last two weeks, a highly trained group of once-abandoned dogs have proved invaluable in quake-torn Christchurch.
Digging through Winton
Discovering history buried under the vast grounds of Queensland's outback.
Queensland: Lovely bones
Release your inner palaeontologist and dig for dinosaurs in Winton, writes Pamela Wade.
Ulva Island: Battles in flight to rule the roost
Jim Eagles discovers even our threatened species in sanctuary are not afraid to fight for territorial advantage.
Christchurch earthquake: Pets find shelter as owners leave town
The Canterbury SPCA has taken in more than 150 pets from people displaced by the earthquake and has promised to care for them until they can be taken back.
Christchurch earthquake: Plea for micro-chipping as animals head for hills
Christchurch's devastating earthquake has highlighted the benefits of micro-chipping your pets, says the SPCA.
Tanzania: In the pink
Clare Kendall is mesmerised by the unusual beauty of flamingos and the many other jaw-dropping sights of Tanzania.