Animals
Cow Communication: more than a moo
Leonie Cornips has spent six years immersed in the lives of cows. She tells Jim about their complex method of communication. Audio
Call for stricter animal welfare enforcement
The SPCA, MPI and Police all play a part in enforcement, but overlapping responsibilities and under-resourcing of each agency means the mistreatment of animals goes undetected, research shows. Audio
The case for ethical whitebait
This seafood delicacy is traditionally enjoyed as a fritter between two slices of white bread, but can also come with a dollop of guilt. Audio
Keeping tabs on Fiordland's sharks
Researchers are using acoustic tags to keep track of sharks in Fiordland's sounds.
Our Changing World: Tracking sevengill sharks in Fiordland
On Our Changing World, we hop onboard the Department of Conservation boat Southern Winds in Doubtful Sound, Fiordland.
The team are doing scientific dives to document the different habitats in the… Audio
What happened to NZ birds the last time the climate changed
When humans arrived in New Zealand they set about dramatic changes to the landscape, which in turn impacted birdlife. Audio
Who killed Wellington's emu?
Almost 120 years ago, a tragic incident captured headlines across the nation. The emu at Wellington Zoo was found dead in its enclosure only ten days after it arrived. Did the emu die of natural… Audio
Missing fisherman pulled overboard by shark, NSW police say
Australian police say a missing fisherman was not attacked by a shark but dragged into the water by it after he became entangled in fishing gear.
Huge restoration project planned for three of NZ's largest islands
The $202 million project would rewild Rakiura-Stewart Island, the Chatham Islands and the Auckland Island.
Single Oriental fruit fly found in Auckland suburb of Birkdale
A biosecurity operation is under way in the Auckland suburb of Birkdale, on the North Shore, after the discovery of a single male Oriental fruit fly. Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner Mike Inglis… Audio
Calls to stop shark feeding in popular Waiheke bay
Some Waiheke Island residents are concerned by the practice of feeding sharks in one of the island's busy bays.
Survey finds thousands more endangered Archey's frogs
A new survey shows there are thousands more critically endangered Archey's frogs than previously thought. Environment reporter Kate Green reports. Audio
The Panel with Sally Wenley & Martin Cocker (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Sally Wenley & Martin Cocker discuss the rules governing professional dog walkers and Dr Te Ururoa Flavell joining the 800km Ride for Talei. Plus… Audio
Dogpedia: An A to Z of fascinating dog trivia
Jessica Pierce's compendium of canine curiosities is a gateway into the astonishing world of dogs. Audio
Our Changing World: Eastern Whio Link
Claire Concannon learns about a hunter-led trapping project aimed at helping whio, our native blue duck, in the Waioeka Gorge. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 12 February 2025
In today's episode, a manhunt is underway in Palmerston North for a man who aimed a firearm at a police officer on Tuesday night, before fleeing the scene, the government has released a series of… Audio
BirdCare Aotearoa to only attend native and endemic species
A major Auckland hospital and rehab centre for wild birds will soon only attend to native and endemic species, citing significant financial pressures. BirdCare Aotearoa fundraising manager Dr Rashi… Audio
The Panel with Cindy Mitchner & Mike Williams (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Cindy Mitchner & Mike Williams discuss: Birdcare Aotearoa's decision to stop accepting non-native species, NZ First MP Andy Foster's members bill… Audio
Haast man reels in 72kg marlin
A Haast man got the surprise of his life on Sunday when he caught a giant marlin, while fishing near Jackson Bay. Ryan Mawdsley spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Desex a cat and name it after your ex for Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, but some of us may be feeling a little less than romantic as the day rolls around. Buying into that sentiment, in return for a $25 donation Cat Rescue… Audio
