New ZealandWatch: Mass stranding - desperate attempt to save whales at Hawke’s Bay beachLocals flocked to a beach in Mahia to try to save the stranded pilot whales.21 Jan 03:00 AM
Lifestyle'Oldest dog ever’ loses title after questions raised about ageGuinness World Records has suspended the title of oldest dog while it investigates.16 Jan 10:41 PM
New ZealandWoman set to lay complaint after encounter with council staffer over horse pooA Northlander claims a Far North Holdings staffer was aggressive over her horse's poo.15 Jan 11:12 PM
New Zealand‘There were thousands’: Bluebottle jellyfish swamp Whanganui beach'Flush it off with water or a hose, or even in the sea.'15 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJourney of grief: Woman who lost 11 horses in cyclone on why she's leaving Hawke's BayFlooding dealt Michelle Skafer a blow that Stable Hearts in Pākōwhai can't recover from.14 Jan 09:31 PM
New ZealandShark tales: Why sharks come close to shore and what causes them to attackSharks, like humans, want to spend their summer days relaxing in the sun.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton tiger cubs turning into chunky monkeysHamilton Zoo's new additions have just turned a week old.10 Jan 09:57 PM
New ZealandCouncil defends taking dog from locked kennel on man's propertySky was a stray a Kawakawa man wanted to adopt, but council took her from a locked kennel.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpecial load: Washing basket kittens saved from doomed dump as SPCA voices desexing pleaIt comes as more than 3000 cats remain in the SPCA's care this summer.08 Jan 01:44 AM
Entertainment'I’m not okay': Lizzo reveals heartbreaking family death“I’m not okay. I'm so heartbroken. RIP Pooka," she wrote on Instagram.26 Dec 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDogs may not purr but they make up for it with slobberDo you prefer cats or dogs?20 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandAchoo! Hay fever soars as El Nino stirs up huge levels of pollenThe first snapshot of pollen levels in 35 years shows big rise in particles in the air.20 Dec 03:00 AM
LifestyleCases of pet heatstroke on the rise in NZ - here's how to prevent itAs temperatures rise, here's how to keep your pets safe in the sun.18 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandRapacious carnivores and gentle giants: Dinosaurs on display at Te PapaThe biggest dinosaur to ever exist is the star attraction at this new exhibition.17 Dec 06:35 AM
New ZealandNeighbours at war over barking Shih Tzu dogsRuby and Simba have been the subject of 17 complaints from three neighbours.15 Dec 07:27 PM
LifestyleSummer in the 09: The best things to do in Auckland these holidaysSticking around in the city? Enjoy tennis, penguins, music, family frolics, and more.15 Dec 02:00 AM
RacingRacing giants unleash stable stars, debutante has bookies running scaredIt is a debutante who will have the bookies running scared on Waikato Cup day.14 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Tired’ Gisborne animal control officer at fault for death of family dogThe dog's death was because of 'human error'.14 Dec 02:45 AM
New Zealand'I was dead scared': 82-year old reunites with street-wise dog after it flees crash scene'I couldn’t lose her': Social media post helps 82-year-old find 'best friend'.12 Dec 11:00 PM
AgribusinessMeat imports make local market uneven playing field, NZPork saysThere are concerns about nations that allow farming practices banned in NZ.10 Dec 09:45 PM
RacingDuchess Megxit and Merlin show magic to shine at AddingtonThe hard work of northern training double Phelan and Purdon has paid off.10 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAssaults, abductions and abandonments: On the front line at NZ's largest wild bird hospital"He was absolutely beautiful. We all loved him. He died after three or four nights.”08 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleA Kiwi ranger's quest for wild tigers comes to lifeThe quest for killer tigers and a Kiwi ranger's eye-opening adventures in India.08 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleWatch: Escaped kangaroo in Canada punches police officer in faceShe made a dramatic escape. Then when it came time to return, she squared up to police.05 Dec 04:10 AM
EntertainmentWatch: Shaba trailerRetiti is Africa's first indigenous-owned elephant sanctuary which was built for orphan elephants to be rehabilitated to go back into the wild. Video / Ami Vitale.Watch30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwelve-metre monster: Rare juvenile shark rescued by beachgoers could grow to be huge, expert saysPerhaps swimmers and beachgoers should be a bit careful this summer.30 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandWellington Zoo welcomes baby giraffeA baby giraffe has been born at Wellington Zoo for the first time since 2004.30 Nov 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleCould a new drug make your dog live longer? And if so, should you use it?New York Times: Longevity drugs for our canine companions are moving closer to reality.29 Nov 02:25 AM
New ZealandFamily whose Rottweiler ‘Chopper’ attacked vet ordered to remove ‘threatening’ FB pageA judge ordered the removal of a Facebook page that posted threats against a Tauranga vet.27 Nov 04:09 AM
New ZealandWhale you wait: Curious orcas temporarily halt wharf workA family took a swim into Ahuriri for lunch. Perhaps they'll stick around?22 Nov 03:28 AM
New ZealandBaby girl attacked by dog recovering; Kaipara mayor says increasing dog attacks 'worrying'Kaipara's mayor is concerned about rising figures relating to dog attacks in Northland.21 Nov 10:48 PM
New Zealand'She has to go everywhere with me': Pet chicken frequents job sites and cafes in WhangāreiNorthlander Clark Ha has a special bond with a chicken called Yuki.21 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJohn Oliver unveils 'magnificent' Bird of the Century sculpture'Pūteketeke today, pūteketeke tomorrow, pūteketeke for the next hundred years. We did it.'20 Nov 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRanger called after florist dog pops out to see passing pupsDogs can be in the owner's shop but not on the street in part of Whanganui's central city.20 Nov 04:00 PM