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Police dog bites toddler
A 3-year-old boy was bitten by a police dog in front of more than 30 children during a kindergarten visit.
Norwegian kereru shooters to be charged
Five Norwegian tourists would face charges over the shooting of protected kereru while in NZ in January, if they decide to return to the country.
Rabbit virus could help cancer sufferers - researchers
A new vaccine therapy, derived from rabbit calicivirus disease (RCD), could offer hope for colorectal cancer sufferers, researchers say.
Hunt on for cat harmers
The owner of a cat beaten so badly its pelvis was torn from its spine believes the injuries may be linked to threats she claims were made to her.
A goat in Remuera? You must be kidding
The owners of a goat found wandering the streets of one of New Zealand's richest suburbs have been accused of animal cruelty.
Mutant cows die in GM trial
Genetically modified cows were born with ovaries that grew so large they caused ruptures and killed the animals.
Crafar Facebook campaign gathers steam
Almost 200 people have thrown their weight behind a Facebook group in support of embattled farmer Allan Crafar.