New ZealandShark victim namedAward-winning film director Adam Strange, 46, was the victim of a fatal shark attack in Muriwai this afternoon.27 Feb 09:03 AM
WorldDingo sanctuary considered for Fraser IslandA dingo sanctuary for Queensland's Fraser Island is one of the ideas being considered to protect the animals.27 Feb 07:06 AM
New ZealandRare frogs thriving at zooA rare type of frog that is critically endangered has, for the first time, been successfully bred at the Auckland Zoo.26 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandAuckland Zoo's Archey's frogsAuckland Zoo hatched seven baby Archey's frogs, a critically endangered New Zealand species of frog, in December and they are continuing to thrive in their captive environment.26 Feb 05:02 AM
New ZealandCat drowned in lobster trapWARNING: Graphic content. SPCA staff believe a cat found drowned in Auckland's Waitemata Harbour on Sunday was lured into a lobster trap and left in the water to die.26 Feb 12:56 AM
New ZealandPlan to save feared predator debatedConservationists say our lack of protection measures for sharks is a source of global embarrassment but the industry argues the debate is clouded by emotion.25 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandRare NZ bird found breedingA New Zealand seabird, which was thought to be extinct for over 150 years, has been found breeding on Little Barrier Island.25 Feb 12:28 AM
New ZealandHeroic dog bites owner's attackerA dog came to the rescue of its owner, biting an armed man who was attacking her.24 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandAnimal rights groups praise farmer's punishmentThe banning of a dairy farmer from owning cows after he was convicted of breaking the animal's tails has been applauded by animal support groups.22 Feb 09:12 PM
New ZealandPlight of the godwitsGodwits fly here every year from Alaska, but new developments in China threaten their route. How many will be back? A new book reveals the threat to their continued globe-spanning migration.22 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandWoman warned against late night ridesAn SPCA investigation into a drunken horse-riding incident outside a Greymouth pub has concluded that the owner should stop her late-night horseback antics.22 Feb 03:51 AM
New Zealand'Happy Feet Jnr' penguin diesA young royal penguin washed up on a New Zealand beach more than 2000km from home has died.21 Feb 09:00 PM
New ZealandWhere have the sheep gone?The days when there were 20 sheep for every Kiwi are long gone.21 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandCapital put on on lizard watchThe city's lizard population has declined due to loss of habitat and predation by introduced mammals, prompting Mayor Celia Wade-Brown to ask eco-sleuths to help.20 Feb 11:59 PM
New ZealandCat meeting goes feralA sometimes heated public meeting has heard Gareth Morgan's ideas on how to clamp down on cats that kill birds.20 Feb 07:52 AM
New ZealandHorse woman 'hassled'The woman who rode her trusty steed through downtown Greymouth on Saturday night says she was "hassled" by police and her antics had not harmed anyone.20 Feb 04:20 AM
New ZealandImmunity grows to repellentMosquitos can grow immune to repellent in as quickly as three hours, according to new research.20 Feb 03:50 AM
New ZealandRoyalty washes up in NZA young penguin washed up on a New Zealand beach, more than 2000km from home, is fighting for its life at Wellington Zoo.20 Feb 12:03 AM
New ZealandSPCA to investigate drunk horse rideThe SPCA will launch investigate after a drunk woman rode her horse through the streets of Greymouth and offered bar patrons rides around town before being arrested.19 Feb 03:13 AM
New ZealandMicroscopic jellyfish blamedMicroscopic jellyfish could be the real culprit for the painful rash developed by some Western Bay beach-goers.19 Feb 02:14 AM
OpinionGrant Guilford: Dung beetle plan a risky gambleA controversial decision by the environment authority to approve the introduction of 11 new species of dung beetle to this country has exposed serious weaknesses in our biosecurity processes.18 Feb 04:30 PM
World'Sixth sense' scientist tips revolutionThe scientist who has given a "sixth sense" to laboratory animals has promised an even bigger revolution in the research field he has pioneered.18 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandGreymouth woman takes horse to the pubGreymouth police impounded an unusual mode of transport on Saturday night - a horse.18 Feb 01:31 AM
New ZealandTiny the turtle's big adventureTiny is a bit special - he's the smallest turtle to be found in New Zealand waters.17 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandTiny the turtle returns to wildThe juvenile green turtle named Tiny is being released back into the wild after spending two years at Kelly Tarltons.17 Feb 04:30 PM
