New ZealandArmy attempting to reach cut-off KaikouraThe Army aid convoy foiled in its attempt to reach cut-off Kaikoura by the Inland Road yesterday is making another go today.18 Nov 12:42 AM
BusinessWill business return to Kaikoura post quake?Cafe owners are calling for "business anew" as they hope numbers will soon return to normal in quake-stricken Kaikoura.18 Nov 12:11 AM
New ZealandOne critical after crash south of RakaiaA person was critically injured in a truck crash south of Rakaia this morning.17 Nov 05:12 PM
New ZealandMinistry inspects damage to Kaikoura schoolsLying on the ground next to Kaikoura Highschool's gymnasium wall was a pile of fractured concret bricks.17 Nov 08:58 AM
New ZealandArmy convoy takes on Kaikoura Inland Rd"We are expecting a difficult crossing tomorrow so we're making sure everyone is well refreshed and rested."17 Nov 08:07 AM
New ZealandMore than 800 tourists evacuatedThe Defence Force has now evacuated more than 800 people from Kaikoura.17 Nov 07:28 AM
New ZealandKaikoura schools in 'good shape'Kaikoura schools are in generally good shape and some may be able to open next week, according to the Ministry of Education.17 Nov 06:14 AM
New ZealandPolice abandon welfare check in WaiauA police attempt to reach the small North Canterbury township of Waiau by flight was abandoned today due to poor weather and low visibility. Planning 17 Nov 05:31 AM
New ZealandHouses in Marlborough too dangerous to enterEight properties in Marlborough have been identified as being too badly damaged to be entered.17 Nov 05:05 AM
New ZealandKaikoura tour operator overwhelmed by supportWhale Watch Kaikoura is overwhelmed by the support they have received following a temporary closure after Monday's quake.17 Nov 04:36 AM
New ZealandDestiny Church petition tops 100kA petition against Destiny Church's tax-free status is gaining momentum - with 102,000 signatures and climbing.17 Nov 03:23 AM
New ZealandFerry traffic pours through MurchisonAn alternative inland route for ferry traffic has been established running from Picton to Christchurch, via Murchison and the Lewis Pass.17 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandCrucial road to Kaikoura 'very rough'A truck driver has described the inland road into Kaikoura as being like Russian roulette.16 Nov 10:46 PM
New ZealandQuake stories: Residents join exodusKaikoura locals are beginning to join the exodus out of their quake ravaged settlement. With 1000 tourists successfully evacuated 16 Nov 10:45 PM
New ZealandChoppers on way to cut-off peopleThe military will today drop in on people cut off by this week's quake.16 Nov 09:04 PM
EmploymentGovt to announce relief for KaikouraAs Govt announces its relief package, Kaikoura businesses spell out what they need to survive.16 Nov 05:23 PM
New ZealandRescued Brits thank KaikouraBrits evacuated from the quake zone grateful to the people of Kaikoura.16 Nov 05:04 PM
New ZealandGovt urged to fund 24/7 warning systemThe Government is being urged to fund an around-the-clock monitoring and warning system for earthquakes and tsunamis in New Zealand.16 Nov 06:44 AM
New ZealandBlaming gays for earthquake 'plain loopy'Comments by Destiny Church leader Bishop Brian Tamaki outrage rainbow community advocate and human rights commissioner.16 Nov 05:34 AM
New ZealandRescued cows safe from slaughterKaikoura's internationally famous "quake cows" are safe and sound and "back in business" today.16 Nov 05:32 AM
New ZealandPM promises fast-track help for KaikouraPrime Minister John Key has promised fast-track help to keep Kaikoura businesses on their feet.16 Nov 05:25 AM
BusinessQuake-battered farmers rally togetherFarmers in quake-battered North Canterbury are rallying together, pitching in for supplies, sharing gear, and helping out on damaged properties.16 Nov 04:55 AM
New ZealandQuake upgraded from 7.5 to 7.8 magnitudeThe change means aftershocks may be larger in magnitude for a longer period of time.16 Nov 04:46 AM
New ZealandKey calls Tamaki's comments 'madness'The PM and Kaikoura's mayor have dismissed Brain Tamaki's comments blaming the devastating earthquakes on "gays, murderers and sinners".16 Nov 03:04 AM
New ZealandPolice urge extra care on Lewis PassWest Coast police today advised motorists to take extra care when driving through the Lewis Pass and Maruia Valley on SH7 and SH65 as traffic numbers build up.16 Nov 02:25 AM
New ZealandBrian Tamaki blames sinners for quakesDestiny Church's Brian Tamaki has blamed earthquakes on gays, sinners, and murderers.16 Nov 12:27 AM
New ZealandCan animals sense earthquakes?The latest earthquake again prompted reports of animals behaving strangely just before the main shock hit. What does science say?15 Nov 10:57 PM
New ZealandA picture of devastationNew aerial photos show there is much work to be done after Monday's 7.8 quake.15 Nov 10:38 PM
New ZealandDefence Force HQ hit by serious damageIt may be up to a year before the Defence Force can get back into its Wellington headquarters after Monday's earthquake caused structural damage.15 Nov 10:08 PM
New ZealandClarence River rafters' lucky escapeA woman who was among the group of rafters camping by the Clarence River when Monday's earthquake struck has spoken about their "fortunate" 15 Nov 10:06 PM
RoyalsQueen 'shocked' by earthquakeQueen Elizabeth II has sent a message of condolence to the Governor-General of New Zealand.15 Nov 09:15 PM
New ZealandBrownlee: Cost of quake to be billionsActing Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says the cost of the earthquakes was still to emerge, but it would be in the billions of dollars.15 Nov 08:59 PM
New ZealandTrapped tourist: 'I want to go home'English tourist had just turned in for the night when the earthquake struck. Now the terrified visitor is desperate to get home.15 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandCantabrians band together after quakeAs Canterbury Civil Defence declared a region-wide state of emergency, people from around South Island banned together to support those affected by quake.15 Nov 04:00 PM
