Man told house would be burnt if he spoke about slaughter

You don't have to go far to get up close with creatures great and small, discovers Bronwyn Sell.

Embark on an urban safari adventure at one of the many animal attractions in Auckland and beyond.

In the last two weeks, a highly trained group of once-abandoned dogs have proved invaluable in quake-torn Christchurch.

Discovering history buried under the vast grounds of Queensland's outback.

Release your inner palaeontologist and dig for dinosaurs in Winton, writes Pamela Wade.

Liz Light visits Westland's kotuku colony.

The Canterbury SPCA has taken in more than 150 pets from people displaced by the earthquake and has promised to care for them until they can be taken back.

Christchurch's devastating earthquake has highlighted the benefits of micro-chipping your pets, says the SPCA.

Clare Kendall is mesmerised by the unusual beauty of flamingos and the many other jaw-dropping sights of Tanzania.

Staff numbers have been cut at the zoo and insiders warn it is close to collapse.

Liz Light finds weka, seals and superb scenery at Cape Foulwind.

The thrilling sight of wild life in Tanzania sends hearts pounding from awe and exhilaration.

The Soil and Health Association is backing calls by the Green Party for a parliamentary inquiry into failed genetic experiments on animals.