New ZealandNew skink species found in NorthlandA Northland community has rocked the international lizard world with the possible discovery of a new species of skink at Bream Head.07 Jun 04:12 AM
New ZealandEcosanctuary kiwi chick a 'big boost'A sighting of a Haast tokoeka kiwi chick at Orokonui Ecosanctuary is an important milestone for the recovery of the rare native bird, the Department of Conservation says.06 Jun 10:45 PM
New ZealandWoman hospitalised after dogs attackA Gisborne woman suffered serious facial injuries in what's been described as a "horrific" attack by two dogs.05 Jun 10:00 PM
OpinionCathy Casey: Lazy owners send dogs to their deathsMuzzled and waiting in a sterile room for the vet's lethal injection, this was the last sight that 3338 dogs in Auckland saw.04 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandDog attack: Council yet to decide on pet's fateA 5-year-old boy is in a stable condition in hospital after being bitten by a dog in south Auckland last night.04 Jun 07:36 AM
New ZealandBoy, 5, bitten on face by family pit bullA 5-year-old boy has been hospitalised after being bitten on the face by a pit bull, believed to be a family pet, in South Auckland.03 Jun 06:35 PM
New ZealandCoast's whale tragediesThree dead whales have washed up on West Coast beaches in as many days.03 Jun 05:43 AM
New ZealandPups dumped in coldA shivering litter of tiny blue heeler puppies was dumped on city streets on one of the coldest nights of the year.01 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandTwo face charges over rabbit infestationWhat are believed to be the first prosecutions over Central Otago's rabbit problem are set to go to court next week.30 May 07:59 PM
WorldFor penguins, swimming beats flying so walking is okayPenguins can move underwater with the speed of a swallow or swift, but cannot fly even as far as a chicken. How did a bird that in some cases shuffles 65km to its breeding grounds on unsuitable flippers lose its ability to fly there quickly?30 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandPuppy rescue: 'It's just an instinct'A firefighter who resuscitated a puppy rescued from a burning house says he did not think twice before blowing oxygen through the dog's nose.30 May 06:39 AM
New ZealandFireman revives pup by mouth-to-mouthA puppy had to be given mouth-to-mouth resuscitation by Wanganui fireman Gary Wilson after a central city cottage was gutted by fire.29 May 11:00 PM
Lifestyle'The worst birthing idea ever'A couple's plan for a dolphin-assisted birth has drawn scorn and danger warnings from experts.29 May 02:10 AM
LifestyleDog walking's link to wellbeing studiedUniversity of Otago researchers are pounding the pavement with dog-owners to discover how taking a walk with man's best friend affects a person's wellbeing.28 May 10:26 PM
New ZealandHorses die after being hit by car in south AucklandTwo horses have died after being hit by a car in south Auckland this morning.28 May 08:03 PM
WorldDrones fly into war on poachingCircling 180m above the ground, its thermal camera trained on the scrubland below, the drone silently watches for its target.28 May 05:30 PM
TravelIndonesia: Carry a forked stickAnn Huston and her sons hire a boat and head to Indonesia's Komodo National Park in search of giant lizards.26 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandMeet the kids then into the bushKiwi kids got close to their national bird yesterday before the chicks were released as part of a history-making breeding programme.25 May 05:30 PM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: A dog's life - why we should testJust about everyone agrees that the moves to permit psycho-active substances to be sold if they can be proved to be safe are A Good Thing. One of the few areas for dispute is whether or not they should be tested on animals.25 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandRare visitor fatally shotA pelican - one of only 20 believed to be in the country - has been found shot dead on the banks of the Waikato River.25 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandConman's ex convictedThe former wife of a dead conman has been convicted of forging a fake dog lease in an attempt to extort $15,000 from a voluntary animal shelter.25 May 12:24 AM
LifestyleAlong for the rideLearning to ride is a dream come true for some children. Joanna Mathers looks at what riding schools in Auckland and beyond offer.24 May 07:00 PM
WorldUnexpected water bearerA fly with a water droplet balanced on its head features in an incredible up-close-and-personal series of pictures of bugs in amazingly sharp detail.24 May 05:30 PM
