New ZealandWallabies a major threat to indigenous forestsA cousin of the kangaroo could wreak havoc if it spreads through the Kaimai and Urewera ranges, conservationists fear.26 Feb 01:48 AM
WorldBlack Death: Don't blame the ratsResearchers say gerbils, not rats, should be blamed for wiping out millions during the Black Plague.25 Feb 01:45 AM
EntertainmentPETA wants no monkeys on Pirates setAnimal rights organisation PETA wants Hollywood producer Jerry Bruckheimer to cancel any plans to ship two capuchin monkeys to Australia for the filming of the next Pirates of the Caribbean film.24 Feb 11:30 PM
OpinionTalk to the Animals: 10 reasons animals are better than peopleI'm not a people hater, I just often prefer the company of animals. Of course humans are animals too, it's just a pity they don't act more like it.24 Feb 09:10 PM
New ZealandDolphin days: just lying back at LeighA Wellsford family enjoying a day in the Hauraki Gulf near Leigh were delighted to have some extra visitors along for the afternoon.23 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldBandicoots get a taste of doggy loveSheepdogs have proved they can protect little penguins, so now they are to become the personal bodyguards of endangered bandicoots.21 Feb 11:49 PM
New ZealandLibrary cat returns homeThe design of Devonport's new library is just purr-fect for its resident cat.21 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSqueals over Kiwi pigsA drove of kunekune pigs is causing a big stink in the UK.21 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpider in grapes confirmed as a redbackA spider inadvertently found in a packet of grapes by a West Auckland woman has been confirmed as an Australian redback.20 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandFledgling Kaka mauled to death by dogA fledgling Kaka was mauled to death by a dog in the Wellington region resulting in a plea from park staff to the public to keep their dogs on a leash.19 Feb 11:51 PM
New ZealandInvercargill 'cat lady' finds homes for 22 catsMost of the 25 cats owned by Invercargill woman Averil Gardiner have been rehomed to meet a court's deadline.18 Feb 09:10 PM
WorldGreyhound racing board stands down over live bait scandalThe board of Greyhound Racing NSW has agreed to step down in the wake of the live baiting scandal engulfing the sport.18 Feb 08:14 PM
New ZealandHorse dies after jumping fenceAn injured horse on the side of a busy Auckland road had injured its leg after jumping a fence.17 Feb 11:25 PM
New ZealandHundreds of cattle left to starve"There were dead animals in drains." A vet has described an horrific case of mistreating cattle on a farm as the worst he has seen.17 Feb 06:42 AM
WorldGreyhound trainers accused of using live baitLive pigs, rabbits and possums have been tied to mechanical lures and used as bait to train some of Australia’s most successful greyhounds.17 Feb 04:24 AM
LifestyleWorld's most pampered pupsWhich dog will be Best in Show? Westminster Kennel Club 139th annual all-breed dog show has begun - check out the cutest and craziest pictures from the event.17 Feb 01:30 AM
LifestyleWestminster Dog Show 2015Dogs compete at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York City.17 Feb 12:40 AM
New ZealandDog owner fined after fur seal pup killedA man whose dog attacked and killed a protected New Zealand fur seal pup on a West Auckland beach has been fined $1000 and will have his dog put down.16 Feb 07:54 AM
WorldGiant octopus v plucky sealAn amateur photographer was walking along the water with his family when he captured a ten-minute sea battle between a seal and its latest catch.16 Feb 02:50 AM
World'It sucked the meat off my bone'Australian surfer reveals epic battle with great white shark that ripped off his arms - and the terrifying moment he felt a "second bump".15 Feb 07:32 PM
New ZealandStranded pilot whales refloatedSixty whales from a stranded pod of almost 200 have been successfully refloated near Nelson.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhales catch high-tide escapeThere was hope for 64 stranded pilot whales last night when they were finally helped on their way to the safety of deeper water.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandEuthanasia may be consideredAround 100 volunteers are working frantically to save what is left of a pod of stranded pilot whales near Nelson this morning.14 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandBotulism likely cause of bird deathsNgongotaha residents have been burying dead ducks found on the shores of Lake Rotorua, and experts say the birds are likely to have died of botulism.13 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandWarning: Cuteness overloadThree-month-old cheetah cubs Matata, Kanzi, Gorse and Nia will today venture into the wild at Orana Park in outer Christchurch.13 Feb 08:40 PM
Cricket World CupOur psychic cricket picks the winnerA six-legged critter who knows a thing or two about cricket has predicted New Zealand will win against Sri Lanka today.13 Feb 08:00 PM
LifestyleYour dog can read your face - researchEveryone knows that dogs are a human's best friend - and now scientists have shown they can read our faces.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPlan to aid stranded podMore stranded pilot whales are expected to die as weather conditions and nightfall hamper efforts to save 174 pilot whales that ran into trouble today.13 Feb 08:00 AM
New ZealandCheetah cubs' first outingThree-month-old cheetah cubs Matata, Kanzi, Gorse and Nia are taking their first steps into the wild at Orana Park in outer Christchurch.Watch13 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandMore stranded whales expected to dieMore stranded pilot whales are expected to die as weather conditions and nightfall hamper efforts to save 174 pilot whales that ran into trouble today.13 Feb 03:35 AM
LifestyleTiny penguins in tiny sweaters109-year-old Alfie Date spends his time knitting tiny wool sweaters for tiny injured penguins.11 Feb 08:35 PM
WorldTwo sharks sighted near scene of fatal attackTwo large sharks have been spotted of the northern NSW coast where a surfer was fatally attacked, forcing authorities to reassess beaches.11 Feb 05:11 PM
WorldFatal shark attack captured on filmAuthorities have revealed a large great white shark was behind Australia's latest shark fatality, as video footage has emerged of the attack.11 Feb 03:06 AM