Animals
Nightmare for pet owners: the anguish of a missing animal
Two weeks ago Matt Jeffery's dog - Sadie - went missing. Since then, Matt and his family - who moved here from South Africa for a better, safer life - have been devastated Not only dealing with the… Audio
Kiwi chicks in Wellington reach key survival milestone
Ten kiwi chicks being monitored in Makara, near Wellington, have grown to be big enough to fight off predators. Project lead for Capital Kiwi Paul Ward spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Hokitika hunter recruits goat as hunting sidekick
A Hokitika hunter is training a goat to join her on hunts. Tess Brunton reports. Audio
Horse riders lodge human rights complaint over road access
Horse riders say they're being systemically discriminated against when it comes to safe road access and have lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission. New Zealand Equestrian Advocacy… Audio
Bird of the Year: Who Takes the Crown?
It's been one of the biggest bird of the year elections in recent year, with over 75,000 votes cast. Forest and Bird's Nicola Toki revealed the winner to Corin Dann. Audio
The terrifying truth about turtles
Turtles have a relaxed reputation, but in reality they're quick-moving and aggressive, and are wreaking havoc on our native wildlife
Turtles, the pet turned pest
Turtles have a relaxed reputation, but in reality they're quick-moving and aggressive, and are wreaking havoc on our native wildlife. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 25th September 2025
In today's episode, Auckland Council has voted in favour of a new housing intensification plan that clears the way for high-rise buildings of up to 15 storeys around public transport hubs; a new… Audio
A race to change laws sees a sprint to the courts
A spate of legal cases have put the Government up against industries and unions who say fast-tracked laws have been undemocratic. Audio
Why do pets seem to prefer human food over their own
Do pets tend to prefer human food? Is it naughty to give it to them? Audio
Critter of the Week
This week's critter is the New Zealand Dobsonfly (Archichauliodes diversus). They are the only representing species of this group in New Zealand. These insects are unusual, spending most of their life… Audio
Turtle rescue at capacity amid rising abandonments
There's been an increase in the number of turtles being abandoned in South Island waterways. Samantha Gee reports. Audio
Four horse deaths spur calls to ban racing
Animal welfare groups are calling for Horse Racing to be banned after four racehorses died in just three weeks on New Zealand tracks. Elin Arbez from Animal Save Aotearoa spoke to Corin Dann Audio
Bird of the Year celebrates 20 years
It is 20th year of the annual competition, and voting opens at 9 o'clock Monday morning. Forest and Bird's chief executive Nicola Toki spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Critter of the Week: Debris Cloaking Bark Beetle
The critter for this week is rytinotus squamulosus, the debris cloaking bark beetle! Audio
How do you know if your pet is in pain?
It's not always easy to tell if our pets are experiencing pain and discomfort so it's essential for owners to look for clues that our furry friends might be in pain. While acute pain can be obvious… Audio
Weka sightings spark debate over possible Dunedin return
Weka have been spotted across Dunedin in recent years. The sightings have prompted ornithologist Bruce McKinlay to start a record of the sightings, and so far he has collected 76. He spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Oturehua's looking for main street retailers due to retirement
From the neighbourhoods around Southland and Otago is reporter Tess Brunton Audio
How can we lower the dangers of rock fishing
Waikato District Council is considering blocking a rocky coastal area in an effort to prevent drownings. Audio
Science: Bumblebee puzzle buddies, waterproof spider nests
Science commentator Ximena Nelson joins Kathryn to talk about two studies that give us some insights into bumblebee and spider behaviour. Audio
