Small BusinessBusiness owner 'felt like a burglar' after earthquakeLawrence Smith felt like he was burgling his own company, given just 90 minutes to grab as much gear as he could after the earthquake hit.14 Sep 10:45 PM
New ZealandEarthquake states of emergency extendedThe states of emergency put in place after the Canterbury earthquake were this morning extended until midday Thursday.14 Sep 08:45 PM
New ZealandQuake victim thanks 'heroes' for rescueA man seriously injured by a falling chimney in the Christchurch earthquake thanks his rescuers from hospital.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandEarthquake: All Black captain's visit lifts spirits of townRichie McCaw was in Kaiapoi yesterday filming an advertisement to help earthquake victims.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandConcerns over power new bill gives ministersThe Government has taken on sweeping powers to rebuild Christchurch after the earthquake.14 Sep 05:30 PM
ConstructionEarthquake highlights need to open city limits - developerProperty developer Hugh Pavletich says more land around the fringes of Christchurch should be opened for building.14 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandCanterbury quake: Residents kicked out of damaged flatsTwenty-three people have reportedly been evicted from quake-damaged council flats without warning.14 Sep 06:51 AM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: <i>Day 11 updates</i>Tracking today's events as they happen on day 11 of the Christchurch earthquake disaster.14 Sep 05:49 AM
New ZealandChristchurch quake: Police stumble on P labPolice doing post-quake patrols today came across a man mixing up chemicals to make methamphetamine.14 Sep 04:29 AM
New ZealandBrownlee: Too early to write off Christchurch suburbsGeotechnology engineers are assessing damage to Christchurch land and are expected to file their reports next week.14 Sep 02:47 AM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake victim: 'I was pinned to the ground'A man seriously injured when a chimney fell on him during the Canterbury earthquake has thanked his wife and "heroic neighbours" for saving his life.14 Sep 01:51 AM
BusinessBig surge in insurance inquiries after Christchurch earthquakeInsurers report a surge in inquiries prompted by homeowners' fears they may not be properly covered if a Christchurch-style earthquake hits.14 Sep 12:00 AM
New ZealandLong diversions around Kaikoura slipLong diversions remain in place for heavy vehicles travelling on State Highway One south of Kaikoura, after a major slip on Friday night.13 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandWork underway on Kaikoura slipSH1 north of Christchurch remains closed following a major slip near Kaikoura on Friday night.13 Sep 10:56 PM
Opinion<i>Planit Associates</i>: Get the CBD back up and runningConsultancy Planit Associates says the Christchurch earthquake requires a rethink in the way development and urban growth are managed.13 Sep 08:30 PM
Opinion<i>Hamish Keith</i>: After disaster comes opportunityHamish Keith is an arts and social commentator.13 Sep 08:30 PM
ConstructionPolitical rivals unite to fast-track Christchurch earthquake lawThe Govt has won political support for emergency earthquake relief legislation that will bypass existing laws to speed up rebuilding in Canterbury.13 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandFarmer holding back unruly earthquake river by himselfRain has worsened flooding on a Canterbury farm where a river has forked along an earthquake fault line, cutting through the property.13 Sep 05:30 PM
EconomyChristchurch earthquake tipped to lift GDP 0.5pcThe Treasury and ANZ Bank had a stab yesterday at quantifying the impact of the Canterbury earthquake on GDP.13 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandEarthquake jolt fading memory for Christchurch littliesChristchurch schoolchildren have swapped stories of their "holidays" on their first day back from the earthquake.13 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPM: Quake NZ's most costly natural disasterThe Canterbury earthquake will be the most costly natural disaster NZ has faced, John Key said today as the Govt announced new measures to deal with rebuilding ruined homes.13 Sep 06:54 AM
New ZealandCanterbury quake: Govt announces recovery billThe Government has announced details of legislation to be pushed through Parliament to help speed up the recovery process in quake-devastated Canterbury.13 Sep 04:30 AM
