A Christmas tradition is underway at the world's oldest scientific zoo.

Bodyboarder was filmed wildly swinging his board at a sea lion at a Dunedin beach.

A beachgoer confronted the juvenile New Zealand sea lion at a Dunedin beach. Video / Darryl Jones

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Virginia Roberts Guiffre is expected to talk, says lawyer.

Longtime alpha male Marty, who once killed another chimp, is remembered as 'cheeky'.

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An Aussie vet has been struck off after an extraordinary drug-fuelled weekend.

Princess has been a constant comfort to Robyn Schrafft as she receives palliative care.

"It's a really cool, fun day to celebrate Christmas."

How to keep your beloved pet from eating the wrong thing this Christmas.

This video of baby panda twins learning to walk will be the cutest thing you see all day.

In 30 years, Margaret Innes hadn't seen so many monarchs in her garden.

Producer says Kiwi fans young and old will be "blown away" by Broadway hit.

Nearly two years into pandemic, the origin of the virus remains shrouded in mystery.

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Frightening moment aroused bull elephant charged, flipped truck with students on board.

A casual morning walk for this dog turned into a battle with a saltwater crocodile.

Don't leave your best friend behind this summer.

The shelter cares for animals temporarily while their owners escape abuse.

Lani missing while being transported from Kaitaia to her new home in Queenstown.

Bluey is a massive hit, but producers say there's one big secret they will never reveal.

One cat owner reportedly took the phrase 'furbaby' to a whole new level.

Judge Jonathan Down labelled the case 'dreadful' and 'truly tragic'.

Kitten born in Turkey with rare genetic mutation soars to fame on Instagram.

There are just five pairs of dotterels from Waihi Beach to Bowentown