Possums have an unusual skill that helps protect them in the wild. Read all about what really happens when a possum plays ...

A poor Orange Tabby cat is having a very, very bad day. They just stepped out briefly --maybe to chase mice, or perhaps to do ...

Monitoring has shown possums are lurking in urban New Plymouth, despite a common misconception the pesky pest is just a rural problem.

Research is underway to try and identify a mystery illness that is sweeping through western ringtail possum populations in the South West. The species is critically endangered and carers fear that ...

Whether you’re exploring national parks, islands, or even city outskirts, you’ll be amazed by the range of animals you can ...

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The teacher loved her job despite knowing what we were up to. The golden rule for kindergarten was “treat others as you would want to be treated.” That’s why there were no stocks or pillory awaiting ...

Santa famously checks whether kids are naughty or nice. The Real Pet Santa, however, only asks, “Who’s a good boy?” ...

Gardening has its challenges, for sure, often beyond our control. How we approach them can bring out the best innovations or ...

I’m a bit of a science geek. I enjoy learning about new scientific discoveries involving the universe, our world and how we, as a species, interact with other species around us, specifically flora ...

Visitors are urged to be aware of toxins, as New Zealand's biggest regional park re-opens just in time for summer, after a ...