Lifestyle‘Dad would be stoked’: Robert Irwin shares emotional milestoneRobert had an emotional moment at Australia Zoo celebrating what his father started.15 Oct 01:44 AM
New ZealandDogs need to be socialised as early as possible - dog trainerA dog trainer believes there needs to be more education around socialising canines.13 Oct 10:25 PM
Crime'It's harassment': Horse breeder charged with ill-treatment of animals wants case dismissedThe woman is facing 18 charges of neglect involving horses.12 Oct 09:43 PM
TravelAlien-like golden crab wins Wildlife Photographer of the YearCelebrating the diversity of life on Earth, the winning shot is out of this world.12 Oct 02:57 AM
New ZealandMotorway mayhem as driver dodges ducklingsA duck walkabout with a gaggle of ducklings caused chaos on a Dunedin motorway.12 Oct 01:06 AM
KahuLily Carrington driven into politics by her deep passion to care for all animalsAnimals Justice Party has 17 candidates in general election.11 Oct 04:21 PM
Crime'These animals were suffering': Nearly half of farmer's 800 cows were neglectedOne bull was in such bad condition that MPI directed the farmer to euthanise the animal.11 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandAdopted 'sweet little dog' seriously injuredA "beautiful sweet little dog” was injured, returned to vet days after adoption.08 Oct 11:50 PM
TravelOtter know better: Menagerie of smuggled animals break loose on Taipei planePassengers were alarmed to spot a menagerie of exotic animals crawling around the cabin.08 Oct 09:29 PM
TravelReally wild: Comedy photo awards looking for world's funniest animalsA dancing otter and a roo rocking out are among some of the images shortlisted.06 Oct 06:30 PM
WorldMore than 100 dolphins found dead in Brazilian AmazonHigh water temperatures are the most likely cause of deaths in the lakes.03 Oct 02:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBird numbers at Whanganui's Virginia Lake aviary slashedThe drop in bird numbers was down to natural attrition and rehoming.01 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelHanging out in Borneo: Where to meet the ginger localsDiscover the animal kingdom's best-kept secrets.30 Sep 11:30 PM
New ZealandDog to be 'destroyed' after rushing, biting contractorAnimal's owner not in court to hear the fate of his pet bull mastiff.27 Sep 04:00 PM
World'Grotesque cruelty': British TV crocodile expert tortured, killed dozens of dogsThe crocodile expert who worked with Sir David Attenborough has pleaded guilty.26 Sep 07:58 PM
Kahu'Heavy heart': Council officer who put down wrong dog resignsGisborne District Council has issued an apology calling it "human error".26 Sep 05:41 AM
Kahu'Never hurt a fly': Family dog mistakenly destroyed'You were never just a dog to us, you were and will forever be our family.'25 Sep 12:05 AM
WorldIceblock treats cool down monkeys at Rio zoo amid rare winter heatwaveHigh temperatures have engulfed the country since the beginning of the week.23 Sep 02:30 AM
New ZealandCash and release: Live crayfish bought from fish'n' chip shop returned to the seaNow, woman is fundraising to save more crays from the pot.20 Sep 08:30 PM
WorldBears raid Krispy Kreme doughnut van in AlaskaThe bears chomped on doughnut holes and other pastries, despite shooing from manager.19 Sep 03:25 AM
New ZealandRuff ride: Man imprisoned after stealing car with labrador in the backThe car thief had an unexpected passenger.19 Sep 03:24 AM
WorldThousands of minks released after holes cut in fur farm fenceHoles had been cut in the farm’s fence and about 6000 to 8000 minks were released.18 Sep 08:50 PM
WorldGator with missing upper jaw finds new home in Florida reptile parkThe gator's injuries were due to a fight or from a boat propeller.18 Sep 08:40 PM
TravelSurfing snake: Gold Coast man’s unusual hobby lands $2500 fineShiva the carpet python had been making waves on social media.18 Sep 08:20 PM
New ZealandDefence Force investigating alleged animal abuse at Canterbury military campA soldier is being investigated for allegedly dumping a mistreated dog in a recycling bin.14 Sep 08:26 PM
WorldWatch: Orangutan hurls possum from zoo enclosure as onlookers scream'The orangutan was alarmed to find an unknown occupant in their bed'.13 Sep 01:19 AM
WorldUK government may ban American XL Bully dogsBritish home secretary seeks advice following an attack on a 11-year-old girl.11 Sep 09:22 PM
New Zealand'Barbaric': Shark dragged behind car, head worn as trophyA group dragged a shark along a beach behind a 4WD, one person riding the carcass.11 Sep 01:49 AM
KahuTe Arawa mobilising to beat invasive pestThe invasive clams were first found in April and originated in Asia.07 Sep 08:00 PM
LifestyleSecret test Robert Irwin's girlfriend had to passThe 19-year-old's mum and sister appear to be quite protective of his heart.04 Sep 11:49 PM
New Zealand'It's gutting': Conservation group find eight kiwi mauled to death by dogsYears of dedication helping to restore native flora and fauna to Northland forest.01 Sep 08:39 AM
New ZealandSick puppy: Dog breeder to pay up after selling canine with bad kneesThe pet puppy was not of ‘acceptable quality', a tribunal has found.30 Aug 09:13 PM
New ZealandRuru rescued and poacher caught during Hawke's Bay police operationPolice caught one unlawful hunter and rescued a ruru during a poaching operation.30 Aug 03:57 AM
TravelAirline passengers shocked at sight of 'horse-sized' beast on boardA video of the shocking sight has been viewed more than 18 million times.28 Aug 01:00 AM
