New ZealandEarthquake legislation passedNational and Labour buried their differences and pledged to work together to rebuild Christchurch after Parliament passed legislation granting unprecedented powers to authorities responsible for getting the job done.14 Apr 06:13 AM
New ZealandMore Christchurch buildings marked for demolitionAnother 123 buildings in Christchurch have been approved by Civil Defence for demolition or partial demolition - or are required to be made safe, bringing the total to 307.14 Apr 01:30 AM
New ZealandNational's list of laws passed under urgencyCheck out laws passed without select committee discussion since the Government swept to power.14 Apr 12:51 AM
New ZealandCritics: Stop pushing laws through too quicklyA Labour MP and a National Party-aligned blogger have joined forces to object to the Govt's frequent13 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandBrownIee: I wouldn't 'fight a war' with new powersEarthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has brushed off claims that he will have war-time powers over Canterbury with tomorrow's passing of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Bill.13 Apr 08:00 AM
New ZealandSelfless Kiwis recognised at awardsNew Zealanders who risked their lives to save others have been recognised at the New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards.13 Apr 05:30 AM
EmploymentTrade Me job listings up from last yearJob listings on internet auction site Trade Me are up 25 per cent on a year ago, with growth particularly strong in Southland and Gisborne.12 Apr 04:33 AM
New ZealandTime capsules held no hidden treasuresChristchurch's people will be asked for their own ideas on what to add to the city's time capsules.12 Apr 03:47 AM
New ZealandAMI apologises for selling quake-crushed JagAMI has backed down in a battle with a father-of-six over his earthquake damaged Jaguar car.11 Apr 03:12 AM
New ZealandDead pilot's skills 'saved passenger's life'The daughter of a pilot killed in a helicopter crash near Lake Coleridge credits his flying with saving the life of her husband.10 Apr 10:15 PM
New ZealandPlan to extend bars' Easter hours 'contrived' - policeA dozen Dunedin bars want to extend their opening hours over Easter weekend.09 Apr 12:19 AM
RetailBallantynes jobs 'more secure' as reopening plannedThe jobs of almost 380 Ballantynes staff appear more secure following the news the Christchurch branch may be able to reopen later this year.07 Apr 11:41 PM
Small BusinessPart of Christchurch CBD to reopenPart of central Christchurch will be open for business again from October ahead of Cup and Show Week, one of the city's busiest times of year, under a plan announced this afternoon.07 Apr 03:55 AM
