New ZealandPuppies of the ocean! Would you pet a stingray?Reporter Francis is at Dive Tatapouri where the stingrays have come out to play! Get up close with these friendly fishes and learn what to do if they turn up on your next swim.Watch06 Nov 05:00 PM
LifestyleTrump or Harris? Moo Deng predicts winner of US electionShe became a viral sensation in September. Now she's weighed in on the US election.06 Nov 04:02 AM
WorldRepublicans call for voters to ‘avenge’ Peanut the squirrel’s deathThe seizure – and euthanasia – of Peanut sparked outrage from fans.05 Nov 09:42 PM
New Zealand'Extremely sad situation': Dog euthanised after attacking 5-year-old at schoolThe dog was surrendered to the council by its owners and euthanised.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Who can say no to KFC?' Missing cat lured back after vet and cattery fireIt was 'heartbreaking' telling the family's 2-year-old Beans was missing.04 Nov 09:37 PM
New ZealandExotic pet show dubbed ‘Willy Wonka experience' could return after SPCA dismisses concernsOrganiser says she's been cleared of animal abuse claims, considering show's return.03 Nov 07:49 PM
OpinionI went on a girls’ trip – and bonded with three feral dogs insteadOPINION: Small talk isn’t my strong suit, but Bruno, Spots and Dingus didn’t care.02 Nov 11:18 PM
RacingAtishu goes one better in Empire RoseA year after flying home for second behind Pride Of Jenni, Atishu returned to Flemington.02 Nov 10:22 PM
New ZealandPets unaccounted for after fire at Wellington vet clinicSome pets were rescued from the late-night fire.02 Nov 09:43 PM
New ZealandKākā advocate banned from botanic garden over ‘harassment’ claimsAnimal welfare inspectors say the bird is doing fine at Dunedin Botanic Garden.01 Nov 04:00 PM
RacingHorse racing: Open company next up for Lux Libertas'She’s gaining confidence. We believe she’ll be competitive.'31 Oct 05:30 PM
RacingHorse racing: Paramount Kiwi set for The Ascent, races tonight at Alexandra ParkPantani, trained by David Butcher, is off a 10m handicap and could be the one to beat.31 Oct 04:17 PM
RacingHorse racing: Orchestral gets blinkers for spring grand final at FlemingtonRoger James confident as Orchestral aims for Empire Rose Stakes win at Derby Day.31 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleAre cats good for our health?Some cat owners say ‘providing for the cat’ increases their feelings of enjoyment.28 Oct 01:47 AM
RacingCaptured By Love aims for victory in $150,000 Sarten Memorial at Te RapaCo-trainer Bergerson confident after training adjustments for Captured By Love's start.27 Oct 04:05 PM
RacingWaller compares Via Sistina to legendary Winx after Cox Plate victoryThe former Irish mare destroyed her opponents in the A$5,000,000 Cox Plate at The Valley.26 Oct 05:16 PM
New ZealandMiracle cat: Sammy survives gunshot wounds to return home after days missingA resilient family cat was shot twice but still managed to find its way home.23 Oct 01:31 AM
New ZealandDog walkers slam new rules limiting numbersAuckland Council plans to limit the number of dogs walked by a person at one time.22 Oct 09:39 PM
New ZealandDestruction order upheld for 'well-loved elderly pet' that landed cyclist in ICUThe man suffered broken ribs and a collapsed lung after rottweiler Indy rushed the riders.20 Oct 03:00 AM
WorldSurfer dies after being impaled by swordfishGiulia Manfrini, 36, suffered a 5cm-deep stab wound in her upper left chest.19 Oct 10:12 PM
Travel newsSwimmer attacked by ‘sexually frustrated’ dolphin ‘lucky to be alive’Lonely male bottlenose believed to be responsible for multiple incidents in Japan.18 Oct 11:08 PM
New ZealandBurma celebrates birthdayBurma the elephant receives an early birthday enrichment treat in the form of a very large ‘birthday cake’ - of the size, style, ingredients and taste befitting an elephant.Watch18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDoC catches elusive pest with help of AI-powered camerasThe Department of Conservation is using the latest technology to fight predators.15 Oct 03:45 AM
WorldWoman's harrowing photo minutes before being trampled by cowsShe sent an innocent photo to her mum. Minutes later she was dead.15 Oct 03:01 AM
New ZealandSeal season not yet over for GisborneThe smaller seal reminded Char Tawera of a famous visitor to Gisborne over 20 years ago.15 Oct 12:37 AM
New ZealandSeal spotted swimming in Waimata RiverA seal lazily floating down Waimata River reminded Char Tawera of the (much larger) elephant seal Homer who famously visited Gisborne more than two decades ago. Video / Char TaweraWatch14 Oct 11:51 PM
LifestyleHow to help your dog live their best lifeKeep their tails wagging happily with these five tips backed by science.14 Oct 06:00 AM
Letters to the EditorLetters: Positive publicity should be promoted for Gisborne; thanks for found dogHerald readers share their views.13 Oct 10:31 PM
RacingHorse racing: Bellatrix Star downs older Schillaci rivals at CaulfieldThe Mark Walker-trained filly has continued her stunning run of form.12 Oct 05:41 PM
LifestyleWildlife photographer of the year 2024The winners from Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024 are revealed.Watch11 Oct 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Quite full-on and toey': Pup Miley is still a rookie on-farm'She’s still user-friendly but at the moment the ears aren’t really that well painted on.'06 Oct 09:52 PM
New ZealandThe Bark of the Barkless at Vadas AngelsVada’s Angel often works with pounds in Western Bay, Rotorua and Tauranga , rescuing dogs whose time is about to run out. Video / Tom EleyWatch30 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandRare mudfish found on farm near TimaruThe DoC team netted 72 mudfish ranging from 77-149mm in length.30 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandResidents join forces to save beach-nesting birdsThe funding boost allows 30 households to join the pest-trapping effort.29 Sep 08:48 PM
