New ZealandQuake volunteers rewarded with Metallica ticketsStudent volunteers who helped in the earthquake clean-up have been rewarded with tickets to a sold-out Metallica gig.15 Sep 06:29 AM
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
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 ZealandConcerns over power new bill gives ministersThe Government has taken on sweeping powers to rebuild Christchurch after the earthquake.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 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
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 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
