Animals
Kākā breeding season in full swing
Breeding season for kākā is in full swing and the Department of Conservation says Wellington attics might be prime real estate for these feathered flat-hunters. DOC biodiversity ranger David Moss… Audio
Heads up: Look out for kākā in the roof, DOC say
Wellingtonians are being asked to check their check their homes' eaves and attics to ensure there are no feathery squatters like kākā this breeding season. Audio
Warmer waters pose problems for trout fishing
Some anglers are rethinking their approach as the waters that are favoured by trout are warming up and causing stress and even death of the fish. Audio
Critter of the Week: Manawatawhi paua
Paua are a national treasure, as iconically Aotearoa as pineapple lumps and kiwi. Paua have a long history as a source of meaty protein and decoration. This week's critter is the Manawatawhi paua… Audio
Wellington City native birds bouncing back - report
The distinctive whistle of the native kaka parrot had all but disappeared from the capital by end of last century, as urban development and introduced predators decimated the population. Morning… Audio
The woman teaching penguins to swim
Most penguins can swim way better than people, but that isn't the case for those that are sick or injured. DOC technical advisor Cassie Mealey teaches them to swim before releasing them back into the… Audio
Hawksbill turtle washes up on Great Barrier Island
Beach-goers are being urged not to take sea turtles back into the water if one is washed to shore, after a critically endangered Hawksbill was found alive on Great Barrier Island. Department of… Audio
The man behind what could be NZ's capital of gemstone collecting
We meet Vince Burke, the proprietor of the Birdlings Flat Gemstone & Fossil Museum at Birdlings Flat. Audio
'Absolutely gutting': Baby sea lion shot and left to die
Authorities want to find out who shot a baby sea lion then left it to die a slow and painful death. Audio
Toroa Royal Albatross breeding season begins
Bells will ring across Dunedin at one o'clock on Tuesday to mark the start of the Toroa Royal Albatross breeding season. Otago Peninsula Trust and Royal Albatross Centre Ecotourism Manager Hoani… Audio
Feathers fly in dispute over parrot's new home
A tug-of-war over a kākā parrot called Charlie is seriously ruffling feathers in the south. Audio
Deer punches hole in Christchurch house
A Christchurch resident had a hole punched in the eaves of his house by a rogue deer on Sunday. Sam Palmer spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Critter of the Week: the prickly shark
This week's critter is the prickly shark (Echinorhinus cookie), an uncommon species of deep-sea shark that lives throughout the Pacific Ocean. All sharks have rough skin, but this shark has… Audio
Auckland Council looks to make Kaipara Harbour pest free
Auckland Council is looking to remove pests like possums, rats, and feral cats from 105,000 hectares around Kaipara Harbour. Auckland Council Natural Environment Team Manager Andrew Nelson spoke to… Audio
Pain relief for lambs - a nonsense or necessity?
New Zealand Merino Company will make its suppliers to administer pain relief to lambs during tailing. Audio
Training puppies and interpreting dog behaviour
Former animal services officer Betty Hall with great advice on understanding dogs, training puppies and getting canine harmony in the home. Audio
Shower Thoughts: How do you train sheepdogs?
Lloyd Smith is one of New Zealand's best known and successful dog trialists, and now a highly respected sheep-dog trainer. He joins Emike Donovan to answer tonight's Shower Thought. Audio
The Panel with Niki Bezzant and Liam Hehir (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Niki Bezzant and Liam Hehir talk about whether dogs should be allowed to roam freely in public places like businesses, pubs and garden centers, the… Audio
The worldwide illegal trade in eels
They're not dealing drugs, they're dealing eels. Audio
Stranded pygmy blue whale rescued on Kawau Island
A pygmy blue whale has been rescued after being stranded on Kawau Island yesterday. Ingrid Hipkiss speaks to DoC's Operations Manager Katherine Lane. Audio
