Auckland has lost its economic edge and must fix the basics first – Cameron Bagrie
Hence the calls for a grand vision. Can I foresee a grand plan for Auckland, mirroring Oslo (100%…
Rotorua dog owner wants stricter enforcement after Redwoods attack
He said the incident started about 11.30am as his wife, who did not want to be named in…
Whakatāne council proposes new cremation, boat ramp, dog and roading charges
It aims to better reflect the cost of providing the services, which would otherwise be funded by ratepayers,…
‘Bear’ the hero dog retires after saving 100+ koalas from bushfires
An Australian dog credited with saving over 100 koalas from bushfires is retiring after a decade of service.…
Diggers save dog trapped in seawall on Auckland’s Ōrewa beach with incoming tide
A dog was freed by fire and emergency crew after falling into a cavity in a seawall on…
Dog attacks crackdown: Gisborne chase victim backs tougher laws and owner prosecutions
Hawthorne welcomed the review. “I’m so pleased it is being talked about and the Government are trying to…
Ōtūmoetai dog mauling: Owner of attacked pet urges mandatory prosecution
“My wife entered hyper‑focus mode and tuned out everything else as she tried to save our dog,” the…
Dog Control Act to go under microscope after deaths and Northland outcry
He was worried by the reputation Northland had gained. “We don’t want a reputation to strike where people…
Katikati dog attack: Two charged after death of Timothy Rolleston-Bryan
Timothy Tu’uaki Rolleston-Bryan, 4, also known as Timoti, died on March 28, 2025, after being injured at a…
Katikati fatal dog attack: Grandmother of victim backs accused dog owner
“Timothy’s family have been notified of this outcome. Our thoughts remain with them, and we continue to offer…
Tauranga dog attack survivor ‘disgusted’ council hasn’t prosecuted owner
The woman said the impact of the mid‑November attack had been “physically, financially and emotionally devastating”, and the…
Katikati dog attack: Woman charged over death of Timothy Rolleston, 4
The woman has been charged with owning a dog that causes death to a person. She was scheduled…