RacingDrying track could prove crucial for Jesko in Great NZ SteeplesTrainer-jockey Shaun Fannin says New Zealand's longest race holds no fears for Jesko.20 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Impacted for life': 79yo badly injured man among dog attack victimsDetails revealed as new figures show more than 100 people attacked.15 Sep 10:24 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyTenant 'grabbed neighbour by the hair' in bizarre confrontationThe woman said having her two dogs with her likely prevented a far more sinister outcome.14 Sep 04:00 AM
EntertainmentReal Housewives star makes surprise move into local politicsAuckland’s Real Housewife is ready to get stuck in and clean up her city.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'You live with it every day': Head Hunter dragged his pet dog to death while fleeing policeAdrenaline was replaced with guilt when he realised what he had done, his lawyer said.07 Sep 08:00 PM
WorldOne dead in fatal Sydney shark attack; multiple beaches closedBeaches from Manly to Narrabeen are closed following the incident.06 Sep 03:29 AM
New Zealand'Beating heart of the school': Dog brings comfort and care to students With Sapphire, no words are needed, just connection.03 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Never seen anything like it': Surge in 'disturbing' and sadistic pet abuse casesA violent partner dragged a dog behind car, another kicked a pet to death.30 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I would have taken them all': Man snuck into SPCA after hours, freeing all the caged animalsA staff member was injured trying to retrieve the escapees, one of which remains missing.27 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato power pups put best paw forward in Top Dog compIn total, 20 finalists have been selected, including four furry workers from Waikato.26 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA bear walked into an ice cream parlour. The strawberry never had a chanceNew York Times: How a black bear's sweet tooth led to a late-night ice cream raid.25 Aug 12:30 AM
Racing'It was sore': Top jockey Craig Grylls on injury setbackCraig Grylls fractured his right middle finger in a trackwork incident.24 Aug 06:00 PM
RacingDrop of Something clinches thrilling win in four-way Te Rapa finishDrop of Something won the Savabeel 2100 in a thrilling four-way finish.23 Aug 06:00 PM
LifestyleDame Lisa Carrington on family, self-compassion and her dog While the Olympian takes quality time with her family, she’s happy to let her pooch shine.22 Aug 09:00 PM
LifestyleWhat are your kids saying, eating and doing in 2025? New survey spills the tea'Sigma' is the latest buzzword, while sushi tops school students' list of favourite foods.20 Aug 03:42 AM
WorldDanish mother donates daughter’s pony to zoo to be eaten by lionsThe zoo posted an appeal for pets to be donated as feed for its predators last month.19 Aug 04:30 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Dopaw brings glamour to raw pet food for paws-itive health Lou Anne Lowry talks to Tom Raynel about her pet-food business, Dopaw.17 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMorning swim turns into 'adventure' after special wildlife encounterA resident shouted to get the attention of the two women, then they saw the black dorsal.13 Aug 05:05 AM
World'They looked very happy': Why farmers are playing jazz to cows'We always have music on in the milking parlour... not just for the staff to listen to.'10 Aug 11:59 PM
RacingPerennial placegetter picks Grand day to finally come out on topA trainer who has tasted Auckland Cup success has now captured a historic Grand National.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman illegally takes dogs into Tongariro National Park, posts about it on FacebookDogs are banned in the park, including in vehicles and skifields.06 Aug 05:51 AM
Entertainment'Farewell Magda': Sam Neill mourns death of 'beloved' petNamed after Kath & Kim's Magda Szubanski, Magda the duck died 'peacefully in her sleep'. 05 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandFowl play: Happy ending for feathered All Blacks pitch invader The incident occurred during the second half of the All Blacks v France match in Hamilton.30 Jul 06:00 AM
World‘Absolute madness’: Thailand’s pet lion problemLion ownership in Thailand has grown to nearly 500 registered lions.29 Jul 07:00 PM
EntertainmentLucy Lawless demands justice for 'brutish' shooting of cat co-starZeplyn, a 5yo Maine Coon cat, was attacked in West Auckland soon after filming wrapped. 27 Jul 07:05 AM
New ZealandTAB could be asked to compensate greyhound trainers amid plans to ban the sportA single entity will co-ordinate national efforts to adopt out greyhounds.21 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall Business: Giving furry family members a final farewell with Sunset Vet CareKylie Kim talks to Tom Raynel about her at-home pet euthanasia business.20 Jul 05:00 PM
Herald NOWSPCA reports startling increase in ill-treatment complaintsAnimal abuse complaints have increased by 40 percent in a year, according to new stats released exclusively to Herald NOW.Watch14 Jul 07:31 PM
New ZealandSPCA alarmed about rise in staff abuse, threats to kill petsThe abuse has increased in the past two years and occurs almost daily, the SPCA says.10 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSeal playing in the surf at Te Awanga BeachTe Awanga local and professional photographer and videographer Michael Farr captured the seal playing in the surf at his local break. Video / Michael FarrWatch09 Jul 01:33 AM
WorldSwarm of bees attack French town, dozens injured, three criticallyA 78-year-old man had a cardiac arrest after being stung 25 times.09 Jul 12:40 AM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' reunion: Cat found after year-long disappearanceTwelve months after going missing in Hamurana, Franco the cat turned up.09 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandReturn of the moaSir Peter Jackson is backing de-extinction plans to bring the South Island giant moa back from the dead. Video / Colossal BiosciencesWatch08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGolden retriever rescued after being stuck on a cliffTwo-year-old golden retriever Remy rescued after being stuck on a cliff for two hours. Video / George HeardWatch08 Jul 05:00 AM
