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Chris de Freitas: Desert's advance a mix of human and natural causes

SPCA Adopt me: Lilac and Indigo

Horse drops dead - and crushes rider

SPCA Adopt me: Sophie

Northland dolphins show off aquabatics

Queensland policeman kills 20 roos

Our biting spiders don't deserve a bad press

In part two of this series on things that sting and bite, the experts look at spiders and sort fact from fiction.

Jagger the rooster makes right move

Editorial: Islands of the gulf must be cherished

Delicate ecosystems - and a unique mixture of natural and human history - need intelligent management and support from everyone

Venomous visitors pop in for a Kiwi holiday

Gareth Morgan and Geoff Simmons: Changing times in frozen south

Next month, Gareth Morgan will lead an expedition of 40 everyday Kiwis to Antarctica. The last of a 3-part series analyses the impact on wildlife of climate change and the race for resources.

Cat returns home after 4 years

SPCA adopt me: Jessy

Motutapu: Precious wildlife on city doorstep

Motutapu's precious pest-free status was shattered when a stoat was discovered on bordering island Rangitoto after swimming an incredible 3km across the Hauraki Gulf.

Much-loved pet goat shot dead

Bright blue menace real threat to fun in the waves

In a four-part series, experts take a look at the toxic surprises that could be lurking in the backyard, beach or bush - or even the bathroom - this summer. We start with a look at the beach.

Court told of child mauled

Killer dog's owner sought