New ZealandMore seals likely to die after slaughter - zoologistThe number of seals which will die as a result of a brutal attack could be many more than the 23 found, a zoologist says.06 Dec 01:18 AM
New ZealandAttack on seals 'cruel and abhorrent'Twenty-three seals, including eight newborn pups, were found clubbed to death on the Kaikoura coast. DoC believes the seals were attacked over a number of days.05 Dec 11:49 PM
WorldThese little piggies carry diseases...A popular new pet is all the rage in Britain, but it comes with a warning.05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandMoko memorial short by $50kAbout $50,000 is still needed to fund a memorial statue to Moko the dolphin at Mahia Beach.03 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSPCA to prosecute those who cut off puppy's earsAnimal protection inspectors are closing in on offenders responsible for cutting off the ears of an eight-week-old pitbull puppy.01 Dec 11:54 PM
LifestyleSomething fishy about that dietShelley Bridgeman reveals why she has become a secret pescetarian.01 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSow crates to be phased out by 2015Sow crates will be phased out by December 2015, Agriculture Minister David Carter announced today.01 Dec 05:46 AM
OpinionPaul Thomas<i>Paul Thomas</i>: Cranky cat lovers have less to laugh aboutPaul Thomas says evidence which suggests dogs are smarter than cats will come as a rude shock to fans of felines.26 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldDicaprio, Putin and the all-star plot to save tigersRussian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and actor Leonardo DiCaprio are an unlikely pairing of figureheads in the fight to save the tiger.25 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandWildlife park to adopt NZ's first gorillasA Christchurch wildlife park is adopting three endangered gorillas.17 Nov 11:00 PM