New ZealandAnimal stress not in Hobbit scriptThe volcanoes of Mordor are erupting right on cue for the Hobbit premiere, but animals have been the problem.24 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanMedia: SPCA joins with JacksonPeter Jackson is said to be enthusiastic about monitoring off-set conditions for animals used in film productions, writes John Drinnan.22 Nov 08:30 PM
New Zealand'I never meant to harm the Hobbit'A wrangler at the centre of claims animals were mistreated during filming of The Hobbit stands by his allegations, but says he never intended to tarnish the movie.21 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandJackson to SPCA: ‘Nothing to hide’Sir Peter Jackson says accusations of animal cruelty are distressing to dedicated staff.20 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionCourts taking animal abuse lightlyParliament provided a clear direction to the judiciary when it unanimously increased penalties for animal cruelty in 2010, writes Catriona MacLennan.11 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandHorse neglect brings convictionAn Auckland woman has been convicted of neglecting five horses in her care - one of which died of starvation.07 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandAnimal crueltyA family cat cut into pieces and a carabiner threaded through the neck of a dog are among the most inhumane treatment of animals on the SPCA's annual list of shame.04 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPets starved by nurseA nurse who starved her pets and kept them in filthy conditions has been banned from owning animals for 10 years.29 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandNew home for mistreated dogA young huntaway that was seized from its owner after becoming badly malnourished has bounced back in the care of a loving Bay of Plenty family.19 Sep 01:16 AM
