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Oscar Bonavena and Muscle Mountain to continue long-running rivalry
One of New Zealand’s great staying trots could turn into a 200m drag race.
Wellington Zoo mourns death of capybara Luna
The huge rodent had been unwell for some time and died despite the efforts of carers.
Mick on Monday: How Greg Sugars became Auckland harness racing's standout driver
Greg Sugars aims for rare double in Auckland Cup with Better Eclipse.
Queensland youth pastor dies after shark attack at popular tourist spot
Man sustained a 'significant life-threatening wound to his neck'.
Holiday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings
'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.
Shark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarily
Whiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.
FBI ‘found evidence Covid was lab leak but was not allowed to brief president’
‘I find it surprising White House didn’t ask’, says doctor of microbiology Jason Bannan.
A year in review: What moved the Waikato in August 2024?
As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.
Shark attacks rare in NZ, but swimmers should be wary
People should remember 'it is their supermarket we are venturing into', scientist says.
In the new Robbie Williams biopic, the star is a CGI monkey. That’s right
NY Times: Director Michael Gracey hopes people will finally get the British hitmaker.
Shark alert: DoC warns swimmers as great whites spotted in Waikato harbour
DoC says you should 'quickly and calmly get out of the water'.
Mick on Monday: Aussie busy at Ellerslie from Boxing Day
Blake Shinn looks set to have a huge impact on Ellerslie’s glamour meetings.
Life of an Animal Control officer: 'I have never seen a person on the streets with a skinny dog'
'Section sizes have shrunk but all dogs need exercise, no matter what breed they are.'
Kea Kids News: Who let the dogs out? Meet the fearless team putting them back in
Dog attack stats are off the chain and this new animal control team is doing something about it! Reporter Samridh talks to the dog catchers making your walk to school less scary.
‘Have a horrible holiday:’ Pet-sitter’s horrific message as couple watch dog die on CCTV
Judith Webby has a long history of upsetting flatmates, and home- and pet-owners.
Catnappings and ransom: Beloved Mt Eden supermarket cat rehomed
The turbulent tale of Mt Eden's famous feline and why she disappeared.
Woman mauled by dogs upset after child attacked on same beach two weeks later
'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'
‘Hello darling!’: Parrot wins Quote of the Year competition
For the first time, Massey University's Quote of the Year has been won by a non-human.
Winston the bulldog
Judith Webby was looking after Winston the bulldog when his breathing became increasingly laboured after coming back from a walk and he died not long after. Video / Supplied
Waikato kākāpō goes on a surprise off-grid adventure
The endangered flightless parrot took an unplanned break from technology.
Auckland Zoo welcomes 3-day-old male white rhinoceros calf
Auckland Zoo's white rhinos Zambezi and Jamila welcome a male calf to their family as part of the Australasian zoos’ breeding programme. Video / Alyse Wright, Auckland Zoo
How a handicap 'recount' favours Alabama Lass in top sprint race
Alabama Lass to carry 52kgs in Railway after NZTR corrects handicap error.
Editorial: Winston Peters puts an end to a troubled industry
OPINION: Is 20 months too long a transition period? It depends who you ask.
Luxon's 'I'm wealthy, I'm sorted' leading Quote of the Year votes
The PM's one-liner received the most nominations for the award.
Runaway turkey found dead by police after bridge escapade
There was no Christmas miracle for the 'big bird' on a Hawke's Bay highway bridge.
'A sign of the times': Growing concerns for beef cattle shows
'Old exhibitors have not come back in, and younger ones are not coming through.'
Why Campionessa faces a tough challenge at Te Rapa tomorrow
Walker predicts Snazzytavi will beat the defending champ in Cal Isuzu Stakes.
Auckland woman 'over the moon' after reunion with stolen dog – three years later
De-Anna Kitto is reunited with her missing dog Baby after 3 years, thanks to a microchip.
Michael Guerin: The human cost of greyhound racing's unexpected demise
OPINION: Nearly 3000 dogs face uncertain futures as racing is effectively ended in NZ.
'Thought we had lost her': 7yo girl's miracle recovery after shock accident
Blenheim 7-year-old Isla nearly died after a freak accident.
Stoat-busting duo find no sign of rogue visitor on predator-free island
A stoat that swam to Matakohe-Limestone Island is believed to have gone again.
'Heartbreaking': Second Bay of Plenty horse death linked to fireworks
'My emotions are pretty up and down at the moment ... I'm trying to deal with it.'
'Slithering up her leg': Melbourne woman's encounter with deadly tiger snake while driving
Australian woman was in a state of shock after the freeway scare.