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Canadian polar bears facing extinction

Polar bears in the Hudson Bay area of Canada are likely to die out in the next three decades.

Moko's death to remain mystery

Stolen wildlife found

Shot police upbeat despite wounds

Veteran police dog handler Bruce Lamb is still managing to maintain his sense of humour, despite losing his 'best friend'.

Pitbull victim's face of courage

A 8-year-old boy left with "half his face hanging off" after a pitbull attack said he was grateful it was him and not his baby brother or sister.

Farmer wakes to scene of slaughter

Moko service upsets fans

Dog shoots man in backside

A Northland man was shot in the backside after his dog accidentally stepped on the trigger of a rifle, say police.

<i>Matt McCarten</i>: Government failed in duty to stand up for citizens

Good on Pete Bethune, writes <i>Matt McCarten</i>.

Bethune's emotional toll

Peter Bethune returns home

Anti-whaling activist Peter Bethune has arrived back in New Zealand, ending his five month-long nightmare.

Bays squabble over burial for Moko

Moko arrives at Massey

The carcass believed to be of much-loved dolphin Moko has arrived at Massey University in Palmerston North for an autopsy.

Whakatane and Mahia vie for Moko

Wildlife charities upset over Elle Macpherson's 'rhino horn' comments

The supermodel says she regrets "banter" in which she appeared to admit using a banned product made from rhino horn.

<i>Cartoon</i>: Moko friendship