New ZealandWild boar bowls man on streetA man knocked to the ground by a pig in a Northland street says the public should be warned a wild boar could be on the loose.18 Aug 01:33 AM
New ZealandSheep rustlers jailedTwo men accused of packing 14 stolen sheep into a car have been jailed for 10 months.16 Aug 11:16 PM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Is central Auckland any place for a herd of elephants?Should a popular, well-used park give up part of its territory to a herd of imported elephants?15 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleGetting the chickens before the eggsIn Auckland backyards, chooks have become the ultimate in free-range, recessionary accessories. James Russell takes a peek over the fence.15 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandVictim's neighbour loses pedigree petsIt's the $6400 question - would anyone commit murder to steal a litter of chocolate Labrador puppies?07 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandGiant squid washes up on beachA giant squid which washed up on a Wellington beach this morning will be left to the elements.07 Aug 02:11 AM
New ZealandKiwi drowns after release back into wildA week after being released back into the wild, and more than two months after being knocked over by a car, North Island brown kiwi Darkstar has drowned in a culvert.03 Aug 01:00 AM