TravelTiritiri Matangi: Sanctuary gone to the birdsJim Eagles enjoys the company of the rare birds that thrive on Tiritiri Matangi Island.15 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldShark attack beach re-opensThe Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh is returning to normal this week after a spate of horrific shark attacks.13 Dec 08:00 PM
TravelThe Snares islandsInhabitants of the Sub-Antarctic Islands put on a rollicking show.13 Dec 01:44 AM
New ZealandFamily wake to find kitten brutally killedA 3-month-old kitten was yesterday smashed against a door frame and left bloodied on a porch while its owners slept.09 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandConcern over serial animal abuserTauranga residents are concerned they are dealing with a serial animal abuser after a kitten was violently thrown against a door and killed this morning - the third horrific act of animal cruelty in the city in a month. 09 Dec 02:25 AM
New ZealandVicious attack prompts debate on seal cullingThe slaughter of 23 seals on the Kaikoura coast last week has prompted debate on whether seals need to be culled in the area.08 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandArsonist sets fire to dog in penA 3-year-old dog has been burned to death by an arsonist who doused its pen with petrol and set it alight.08 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandZoo's oldest resident treated for asthmaJanie, one of the world's oldest chimps in captivity, may soon be sniffing through a modified inhaler to treat her worsening asthma.08 Dec 01:41 AM
New ZealandMore seals likely to die after slaughter - zoologistThe number of seals which will die as a result of a brutal attack could be many more than the 23 found, a zoologist says.06 Dec 01:18 AM
New ZealandAttack on seals 'cruel and abhorrent'Twenty-three seals, including eight newborn pups, were found clubbed to death on the Kaikoura coast. DoC believes the seals were attacked over a number of days.05 Dec 11:49 PM
WorldThese little piggies carry diseases...A popular new pet is all the rage in Britain, but it comes with a warning.05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandMoko memorial short by $50kAbout $50,000 is still needed to fund a memorial statue to Moko the dolphin at Mahia Beach.03 Dec 04:30 PM
