New ZealandOrca pair hunt in shallow water at Mount MaunganuiStingray hunt draws orca to busy Mount Maunganui beach.31 Dec 06:26 AM
WorldYoung woman dies after being attacked by lionThe centre said the lion was fatally shot to allow county personnel to retrieve worker.31 Dec 02:50 AM
LifestylePet stores in California can only sell rescue or shelter animalsCalifornia is the first US state to introduce this type of legislation.31 Dec 01:24 AM
New ZealandAuckland firefighters respond to pet rescuesFirefighters were called to two animal rescue incidents in Auckland tonight.30 Dec 08:35 AM
WorldOut of the ruins come ashes, thanks to dogsDogs help wildfire survivors recover their most precious possession: human cremains.29 Dec 11:57 PM
LifestyleSniffles the noseless dog needs a homeSniffles may be missing a nose and have crooked teeth, but he still hopes for a family.26 Dec 08:55 PM
New ZealandDamien O'Connor on fighting M. bovisEradication plan has made NZ's overall biosecurity system more resilient, O'Connor says.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWinston Peters critical as Japan announces whaling will resumeJapan has announced it will no longer hunt whales in the Southern Ocean.26 Dec 05:34 AM
New ZealandNew zebra born at Auckland ZooAuckland Zoo welcomed the new addition in the early hours of Christmas Eve.25 Dec 08:03 PM
LifestyleGoose passes out after getting high on drugs dumped in parkTwo birds had to be rushed for emergency treatment after swallowing dumped medication.24 Dec 10:51 PM
New Zealand'It takes away all that anxiety'The NZ Epilepsy Assist Dogs Trust gets $10,000 from Auckland Airport this Christmas.23 Dec 04:00 PM
RoyalsMeghan caves to allow 'banned' royal traditionMeghan is known for her animal activism, but she's had to make an allowance.22 Dec 07:35 PM
WorldAlba the albino orangutan released into the wildWorld's only known albino orangutan released into jungle after 20 month rehabilitation.22 Dec 02:03 AM
LifestyleMum abuses service dog trainer after being told no to pats"No" means "no", lady.21 Dec 09:44 PM
New ZealandConcern as monarch butterfly sightings dropThere are fewer monarch butterflies around. Those that are don't appear to be laying eggs.21 Dec 01:09 AM
New Zealand'Holy crap! There's a whole bunch of fins coming towards us'Three mates were on a fishing trip near Wellington when a pod of orca found them.17 Dec 08:23 PM
New Zealand'We got closer...and could see this mama carrying her pēpi on her nose'A dolphin was seen carrying her dead calf in Coromandel waters this morning.16 Dec 05:39 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Daily pilgrimage to save the dotterelDOC's dotterel dos and don'ts. Made with funding from NZ on Air.15 Dec 05:01 PM
New ZealandSPCA Auckland continuing work to desex cats in the citySPCA Auckland is among charities to receive $10,000 from Auckland Airport this Christmas.15 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe contentious new world of gluten-free pets"Grain-free" pet food is taking over the shelves, but it's health benefits are disputed.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandName reveal for Kelly Tarlton's new happy feetThe latest additions to Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's penguin population finally have names.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMāui dolphin found dead on Auckland beachMāui dolphins are a critically endangered species with less than 100 left.13 Dec 03:19 AM
New ZealandLive Q&A with Santa and the Bay Sausage RollersEpisode Three: On today's Viewpoint NZ we're on a mission to find the most festive town in New Zealand and Father Christmas is with us for a live Q&A.Watch12 Dec 08:55 AM
New ZealandOdd insurance claims: Rogue bat and sunnies-eating monkeyThe list shows how travellers can end up in all sorts of unexpected situations.09 Dec 11:27 PM
New ZealandKind-hearted cop stops Auckland motorway traffic to protect ducklingsA group of cute little ducklings saw drivers being stopped by police this morning.09 Dec 10:55 PM
New ZealandPenguin hit and killed by car in TimaruForest & Bird is calling for the Timaru District Council to change the speed limit.09 Dec 07:10 AM
LifestylePets set to feel the Christmas loveWhat are you getting your furry friend this Christmas?08 Dec 07:20 PM
New ZealandWanted: Names for Kelly Tarlton's new happy feetKelly Tarlton's is giving Herald readers the chance to name their new penguin chicks.07 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleOwners arrested after starved dog chews off own leg to survive'I have seen a lot of sick dogs but what has happened to Luke is beyond inhumane.'05 Dec 09:05 PM
New ZealandBeloved Tauranga court dog Louie diesCaring and patient labrador comforted young people giving evidence.03 Dec 05:29 PM
New ZealandCat shot between the eyes with an air rifleA Burmese cat is lucky to be alive after being shot between the eyes with an air rifle.03 Dec 03:26 AM
LifestyleLate president George H.W. Bush's dog waits next to casketTouching image of former president's service dog has been posted.03 Dec 03:07 AM
LifestyleKnickers the giant cow: why do some animals grow so big?As well as unusual individuals, entire species of animals can also grow to become giants.01 Dec 10:29 PM
