EntertainmentBook Review: <i>Ape House</i>Bonobos. They share 98.7 per cent of our DNA. They're slimmer and lankier than chimpanzees. They can be taught to use sign language. They're vocal, sociable, and "extremely amorous". They even (ahem) use the missionary position.21 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelAuckland Island: Where Rambo rulesWatch out for the sea lions when you're on the Auckland Islands, warns Jim Eagles.21 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandMarine noise 'worth inquiry'The possible connection between undersea noise and mass whale strandings in New Zealand deserves more attention, say marine scientists.21 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandPlea for return of stolen puppies (watch video)An Auckland pet shop manager is pleading for the return of three puppies snatched from under her nose and in full view of security cameras.21 Oct 04:01 AM
Freight and logisticsThe last fish supperFor years, we've considered fish to be a healthier, more eco-minded alternative to red meat and chicken, but today this has been called into doubt. Anna Hart finds out how we can enjoy seafood without a side-helping of guilt ...19 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelJim Eagles: A dog of a time through CustomsIf you're moving back from Australia to New Zealand - going against the tide - you're better off not being a dog.18 Oct 08:30 PM
New ZealandLion Man's fans call for his returnSupporters of Lion Man Craig Busch have mounted a campaign in support of him, after the death of a tiger at Zion Wildlife Gardens.18 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandFish stocks on rise - but there's a catchNew Zealand is braving an international backlash by going after fish species environmentalists say are unsustainably caught. Geoff Cumming reports.15 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestylePigeons' instinct for a high-risk flutter 'explains human gambling'Taking big risks in the hope of high rewards may be a fundamental part of our biological nature, the pigeon study has shown.13 Oct 12:47 AM
WorldHangdog mutts suffer from the blues - studyScientists have shown what many dog owners have suspected - while some canines are joyfully optimistic about life, others have a tendency for gloomy pessimism.12 Oct 04:30 PM
LifestyleBird of the Year 2010Here are New Zealand's Top 10 favourite native birds as voted on ForestandBird.org.nz, with the kakariki taking out Bird of the Year 2010.12 Oct 01:51 AM
LifestyleThe curious relationships between people and animalsHal Herzog, one of America's foremost psychologists, is dedicated to understanding our often contradictory behaviour towards different species.11 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandCity puts up $13m for elephants in the bushAuckland Zoo has been given the go-ahead to a $13m proposal to bring in a herd of up to 10 Asian elephants, and expand into Western Springs park.07 Oct 04:30 PM
