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
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessBuried lead cables less risky than DIY, health expert saysKiwis making bullets, sinkers, doing up old homes face lead poison risks.21 Jul 01:53 AM
New ZealandDecorated police dog handler dies on hunting trip with matesBruce Lamb, whose dog Gage once saved his life from a gunman, has died.24 May 04:11 AM
New Zealand'Great numbers': Game birds aplenty ahead of hunting seasonA wet spring and summer mean game bird populations are thriving.02 May 09:57 PM
New ZealandCat-hunting competition category culled after backlashYoung hunters under 14 were being encouraged to kill as many wild cats as possible18 Apr 06:31 PM
New ZealandAnimal group condemns kids' cat-shooting contestChildren can win $250 for killing the most cats without a microchip.18 Apr 01:53 AM
New ZealandTeen hunters, 15, missing in East Coast forest foundThe two boys had not returned from a hunting trip.11 Apr 02:37 AM
KahuACC urges hunters to stop and think this roar seasonMSC and ACC agree roar hunting-related injuries are preventable.20 Mar 09:27 PM
CrimeNumber of banned guns seized after mosque shooting revealedLocal deerstalkers take aim at the Govt for how hunters were treated after March 15.19 Mar 04:34 PM
New ZealandWife of missing hunter appeals for help - military friends from Australia assistMurray Horsfield has been missing in Glenorchy, north of Queenstown, since Monday.17 Feb 07:50 PM
New ZealandMore than 400 goats killed on Remutaka Hill RoadAuthorities are working hard to keep a lid on the growth of feral goat populations.01 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessFoot-and-mouth disease: Why a NZ outbreak is so fearedThe threat to jobs alone is formidable.26 Jul 05:43 AM
New Zealand'Giant heartbroken baby': Murder accused says he broke downAdrian Phillips banged his head against the wall to feel better after a serious accident.21 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandSwazi man Davey Hughes ready for duck hunting seasonOutdoor apparel maker Davey Hughes is fresh off the roar and straight to the duck pond.06 May 07:30 PM
CrimePoison alcohol in the letterbox: Man's attempt to solve his own murderDave Davan died after drinking port spiked with weedkiller. Who wanted him dead?26 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNo legs? No sweat - Amputation no setback for great NZ outdoorsmanFlesh-eating bug cost Ross Millichamp his legs, Kurt Bayer reports.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandMissing hunter winched to safety from Kaweka RangeThe man huddled under a survival blanket for more than 48 hours, police said.22 Nov 03:15 AM
New ZealandPossum trapper convicted over abusive messages to Chris HipkinsWayne McIvor, 53, also made 32 calls to emergency services and the police.12 Oct 02:42 AM
TravelSurfs up but boats are out; travel rules for level 3Need a refresher on travel under level 3? We have you covered.20 Sep 12:48 AM
WorldLured to his death: Protests after second lion is killed by American trophy hunterAnother high-profile Zimbabwean lion has been shot dead by a foreign big game hunter .14 Aug 11:00 AM
New ZealandBoar-derline: Pig hunter's kills parked up at airportSight of pig carcasses at busy airport criticised – but many voice support for hunter.26 Jul 03:14 AM
New ZealandUnlicensed hunter shot deer from the driver's seat of his car"He saw those deer crossing the road and it was one temptation too many."02 Jul 08:04 PM
New ZealandFeral rabbits could be shot as hunting dog gets invitePets to pests: Rabbits running rampant in Auckland Domain could be shot.23 Jun 03:56 AM
New ZealandHunters airlifted from rugged terrain near Mt CookPair located uninjured at 3pm and successfully evacuated at 4.30pm.22 Jun 02:09 AM
New ZealandLandowner calls for tougher penalites for poachersThe South Island has the highest rate of illegal hunting in the country.08 Jun 09:22 PM
New ZealandWomen shot by duck hunters: Man charged with careless use of firearmA man, 26, has been arrested after two women were hit by pellets.11 May 06:31 AM
New ZealandClosing in: Cops chase up tips on duck hunters after women hit by shotgun pelletsThe women were walking near the Clutha River on May 1.09 May 08:21 PM
WorldSouth Africa ponders how to handle 12,000 lions bred for the gunBan on 'canned' hunting leaves problem of what do with animals bred to be shot.07 May 11:59 PM
New ZealandPolice release photos of duck shooters after women suffer shotgun injuriesInformation sought regarding two men who might be connected to the incident.06 May 11:25 PM
VideoDuck-shooting season begins in SouthlandThe annual game-bird hunting season has kicked off after last year's season was delayed due to Covid-19. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / The South TodayWatch03 May 10:45 PM
New ZealandPolice seek duck shooters after women suffer shotgun injuriesDuck shooters leave two women with minor pellet injuries while walking along a track.02 May 05:45 AM
New ZealandTahr hunting tragedy: Mystery remains but experts have theoriesDoC accepts it could improve information around hazards and risks.13 Apr 08:30 PM
New Zealand'He'd been out for several days': Hunter and dog rescued from mountainsMore hunters are expected for 2021 roar, after last year's season was cancelled.23 Mar 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely devastated': Celebrity medium Kelvin Cruickshank's pet dog shotKelvin Cruickshank has 'no enemies' but worries 'kill-shot' could have hit his kids.05 Jan 04:00 PM
