New Zealand'Running around as if they owned the bloody place': Storm-hit petrels on mendPetrels are drawn inland by city lights after storms leave them cold and soaked.22 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandOwner fears he will have to put down 16-year-old dog after barking complaintsNeighbours have logged 23 barking complaints about Dan in 12 months.22 Jan 06:58 PM
New ZealandDeath of Bay of Islands kiwis investigation continues with two dogs seizedAround 20 kiwi have been killed in one Bay of Islands hotspot since 2023.16 Jan 06:29 AM
WorldFuming French farmers camp out in Paris despite government pledgesSebastien Lecornu has promised an emergency agriculture bill next month.13 Jan 08:54 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyLizard lives on the line? Major Aussie housing developer pledges to protect animals at Queenstown siteSeveral hectares of lizard habitat at Homestead Bay are involved.13 Jan 12:36 AM
CrimeThird member of well-known dog breeder family admits neglect after underweight dogs, lethargic puppiesThe odd case included an order to take off her wig in court after impostor fears.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We just couldn’t get out of the shop': Sea lion strolls into Dunedin fish and chip shop, trapping staffThe sea lion wandered in from nearby St Kilda Beach at about 6pm.11 Jan 04:36 AM
New ZealandPod of whales restrands at Farewell SpitAt least six whales from the Golden Bay strandings have died so far.09 Jan 10:35 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonInside Sir Peter Jackson's multimillion-dollar plans for Wellington suburbDocuments released to the Herald show the movie mogul plans more than just a vet hospital.09 Jan 10:00 PM
LifestyleThese clever dogs rival toddlers when it comes to learning wordsSome 'gifted' dogs can pick up toy names just by overhearing chats.08 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandMass whale stranding on Farewell Spit Department of Conservation staff and Project Jonah NZ members are on the scene.08 Jan 08:00 AM
EntertainmentMourners pay tribute to Brigitte Bardot at Saint-Tropez funeralThe French movie legend died in late December, aged 91, after surgery for cancer.07 Jan 05:38 PM
CrimeNeglectful German Shepherd breeder tries to overturn nine-year dog-ownership ban Janine Wallace was sentenced alongside her mother, Barbara Glover, after an SPCA probe. 07 Jan 05:00 AM
WorldPasser-by saves dog walker who fell into frozen lakeThe men spent up to 15 minutes in the icy water before reaching safety.06 Jan 09:22 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday January 7, 2025Morning Headlines | Trump speaks at Republican retreat, rodeo popularity rises on cusp of new regulations | Wednesday January 7, 2025Watch06 Jan 07:12 PM
New Zealand'He just wanted to get away': Runaway bull sparks panic at rodeoThe 800kg bull escaped through a weak fence during the Kaitāia event.05 Jan 04:30 AM
New ZealandHastings council's plea to thieves: return our 'much-loved' stolen turtlesA large square hole was cut in the fence of the Cornwall Park aviary in Hastings.05 Jan 02:37 AM
WorldLions and tigers wounded after Russia bombs Ukrainian zooMost of Feldman EcoPark's rare birds were killed when a shell hit their aviary.03 Jan 02:45 AM
WorldUS hiker killed in rare suspected mountain lion attackIf confirmed, it would be Colorado's first fatal lion attack since 1999.03 Jan 02:22 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: Inside their Xmas tree was an unexpected surprise – 3 hatchlings to nurse to healthA Havelock North couple fossicked through the branches and found a different kind of gift.30 Dec 11:31 PM
WorldNo holidays off: One man’s daily commitment to walking shelter dogsSince 2018, Darren Genson has walked shelter dogs every morning before work.29 Dec 09:32 PM
Crime'It's a miracle no one was killed': Victim of brutal dog attack speaks outNeighbours say repeated warnings about the four roaming dogs were ignored.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day pup marks start of sea lion breeding season on Otago coastTui's pup continues the legacy of Mum, who sparked mainland breeding in 1993.28 Dec 11:01 PM
New ZealandTongan mission treats hundreds of animalsTauranga vet Mariska Chalmers led a team of eight Kiwi volunteers running a free clinic.28 Dec 09:00 PM
EntertainmentFrench screen siren Brigitte Bardot dies at 91President Macron called her a 'legend' of the 20th century.28 Dec 05:13 PM
New ZealandFarming with AI: Waipukurau farmer moves his stock while on holiday in Colombia'It was just one of those light bulb moments like ‘holy s*** I need this.'28 Dec 05:00 PM
LifestyleHidden summer hazards: The biggest risks your dog faces on holidaySimple tips to keep your dog safe this summer.25 Dec 11:00 PM
WorldHow a Maine father and son turned hungry deer into global livestream starsFather and son Richard and Randy McMahon feed up to 250 deer each winter.24 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas miracle: Missing SPCA black cat Boris turns up 10 months after break-inAfter a vet check, Boris will be adopted by the woman whose house he chose.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandChristmas at Auckland ZooKeepers at Auckland Zoo talk about what it's like to care for the animals on Christmas Day. Video / Jason OxenhamWatch23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Zoo elephant Anjalee loses calf in stillbirth at Australian zooKeepers supported Anjalee through labour, but the calf was stillborn.22 Dec 05:31 AM
New ZealandMore calls for help as pet refuge braces for Christmas family violence spikePet Refuge is already caring for 29 pets in the lead-up to Christmas. 21 Dec 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Callous and cruel': Daughter attacked as she tried to protect mum from violent dadHawaiki Dean Little had earlier repeatedly hit his dog with a large shovel.21 Dec 04:00 AM
WorldWatch: Wandering wild koala hitches a ride on public transportThe mayor said the incident proves Brisbane is the most Australian place on earth.19 Dec 06:00 AM
