Wasteful and cruel shark-finning is prohibited in many countries, but NZ allows it - with provisions, writes Alexander Gillespie.

A nurse who starved her pets and kept them in filthy conditions has been banned from owning animals for 10 years.

Whangarei's newest residents - two baby tuatara - will be among the most watched, and talked about, additions to the district ever when they go on public display today.

Wellington Zoo's new home for Malayan sun bears and Sumatran tigers will open to the public this weekend.

The Green Party has called on the Government to put an end to shark finning in New Zealand waters.

Plans to transform Napier's Marine Parade have not dampened the resolve of Marineland supporters who want marine animals to feature in the site's redevelopment.

The scavengers of the sky are now hitting Mount Maunganui's cafe scene, dive-bombing al fresco customers, knocking over coffees and defecating on patrons.

Sam Judd looks at the effect of plastic and toxins on marine life - particularly killer whales.

A young huntaway that was seized from its owner after becoming badly malnourished has bounced back in the care of a loving Bay of Plenty family.