New ZealandWellington Zoo’s Sumatran tiger Bashii diesBashii, aged 18, was euthanised after a rapid decline in his health.17 Apr 06:10 AM
New ZealandSwimming pig dives in at Whitianga beach, then vanishes in currentWitness Deborah Kelsall followed the black pig as it dodged cars on its way to the beach.17 Apr 05:28 AM
New ZealandWhitianga Locals Spot Runaway PigWhitianga locals saw a pig on the run, and dashing straight to the beach for a morning swim at Brophy's Beach.Watch16 Apr 11:13 PM
CrimePaw Patrol: Pet border collie reunited after being taken on cross-city ride in stolen car15 Apr 02:10 AM
New ZealandMan charged after footage of puppies allegedly being thrown into river shared online31 Mar 05:32 AM
Entertainment'Tiger King' Joe Exotic loses US Supreme Court bid to overturn murder plot conviction31 Mar 02:19 AM
New Zealand‘Hamstrung’ council sets wishlist for tougher dog control powersRuapehu Mayor Weston Kirton says the current Dog Control Act is 'not fit for purpose'.29 Mar 10:50 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: There are social and fiscal consequences to our manufacturing declineOPINION: We should be promoting more homegrown food, a reader argues.27 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandSanctuary kiwi boost Ruapehu, Tongariro, Wellington and Taranaki populationsThe annual translocation efforts are the largest in New Zealand.26 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Dogs like this need to be destroyed': Chase victim backs tougher dog lawsTanya Hawthorne wants dangerous dogs destroyed and negligent owners prosecuted.26 Mar 04:03 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government right to review outdated dog control lawsOPINION: The key now is to ensure it is done properly and introduces meaningful changes.25 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldBull strike: Man knocked out mid-run at crowded street festivalLocal media say a 25-year-old at the same event needed 20 stitches to his arm.25 Mar 02:46 AM
WorldWinning wildlife photographer has the lynx effectAustrian photographer Josef Stefan spent two weeks tracking lynxes in Spain.25 Mar 12:41 AM
WorldCorgi leads canine ‘great escape from Chinese butcher’s van’The group of seven were spotted walking along a motorway.24 Mar 06:09 PM
New ZealandWinedogs festival back with new location, new wines and plenty of walkiesYou don't have to own a dog to go, but there will be plenty around you.23 Mar 03:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlans for new $3.8 million animal shelter in NapierA new multi-million-dollar animal shelter with 62 kennels has been announced for Napier. 22 Mar 10:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Only rich people can afford pets': Do vet bills mean owning a dog or cat is now a luxury?Pet lovers warn that having a companion animal can cost thousands in vet bills.21 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton Zoo snaps up land opportunity Zoo director Baird Fleming says the land will expand herds, not add new species.20 Mar 12:00 AM
WorldWild possum shelters with plush toys in Australian airport shopA wild possum joined stuffed furry friends in an Australian airport gift shop this week, surprising travellers in an adorable case of hide and squeak. Video / AFPWatch19 Mar 07:50 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAY‘People are frazzled’: Acting PM David Seymour on our economic recovery | Ryan Bridge TODAYActing PM David Seymour joins Herald NOW to talk inflation, greyhound racing ban, and the war in Iran. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Mar 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Our economy is still suffering from the lockdown damage, Nathan Healey part of NZ's golden athletics eraOPINION: Hopefully there are some valuable lessons from the Covid report, a reader says.11 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleGet a dog, live longer?New York Times: Research suggests pets keep you healthier. But there are some caveats.10 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandOctopus snatches Go‑Pro for a selfie session at Smugglers BayOctopus steals the show at Smugglers Bay — ‘Just Another Day in Paradise’ for local diver 10 Mar 05:05 PM
New ZealandDog-mauling victim says Tauranga council 'failed' her by not charging ownerA Mount Maunganui dog attack victim is disgusted that the dog's owner was not prosecuted.09 Mar 07:22 PM
New ZealandWoman charged after fatal dog attack that killed Katikati boy, 4Timothy Rolleston, known as Timoti, was killed in a dog attack on March 28 last year.09 Mar 03:54 AM
BusinessTwo companies fined $420K over illegal acquisitionsThe acquisitions substantially lessened competition in the market.09 Mar 02:51 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Could Winston Peters be the Prime Minister NZ needs?OPINION: New Zealand's petroleum products supply chain is more diverse, a reader argues.08 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A miracle': Family reunited with cat 5 years after she ran offHoney returned to Waikato family after running away in Christchurch en route to Dunedin.03 Mar 04:00 AM
WellingtonPolice looking for burglar find litter of kittensOne of the kittens is expected to be named after the officer that found them.24 Feb 10:05 PM
