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NZ dollar rises, anxiety over global economy eases

Fletcher Building leads stocks higher

Quake closes historic properties

Rugby: Composure key to Black Ferns' win

New Zealand's fourth straight women's World Cup win this morning was built around composure, veteran Anna Richards said.

Yachting: Murdoch claims Laser bronze

New Zealand sailor Andrew Murdoch snatched bronze at the Laser world championship off Hayling Island, England, today.

Curfew continues in shaken Christchurch

Safety first is the message authorities want to convey as many displaced locals face a second night away from their homes.

Christchurch earthquake, <i>Day 2 updates</i>

Some residents in the earthquake zone may be without power until the end of the week, says lines company Orion.

Equestrian: Kiwi leads Burghley field

New Zealand's Caroline Powell and mount Lenamore lead the field at Burghley after the Cross Country stage.

Many Cantabrians still without water and power

Shattered homes to shelters

The displaced of Christchurch were last night in makeshift shelters across the city, fearful of waking up again to more violent tremors.

Snedden has eyes on bigger prize

Army called in as city goes into lockdown

A formal curfew is now officially in place in the Christchurch central business district until 7am and those who breach it may be arrested, say police.

Mayor: Quake hit city 'like an iceberg'

Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker says there is "significant structural damage" to his city after this morning's 7.1 quake, with some eastern suburbs facing possible evacuation.

Man who died in Wairoa fire named

People urged to stay off cellphones in Chch

Christchurch earthquake: I'm lucky to be alive

Christchurch residents are recounting terrifying ordeals during this morning's 7.1 magnitude earthquake.

Quake: Baker thought train in building

Settlement system ready