New ZealandAnother mega-bill looms for taxpayerThe Government yesterday committed itself to what may prove to be yet another billion-dollar bailout.07 Apr 05:30 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
BusinessAMI rescue plan could top $1b - GovtNew Zealand's government has announced a support package for AMI Insurance.07 Apr 12:40 AM
New ZealandSkateboarders take to quake-hit streets on YouTube (watch video)A group of Christchurch skateboarders have made the most of their city's devastated roads and pavements.07 Apr 12:20 AM
Official Cash RateAMI rescue package Q&A: What you need to knowYour questions on the Government's AMI support package, announced today, are answered.06 Apr 10:07 PM
BusinessGovt to make AMI announcementThe Government is closely watching AMI Insurance which has reportedly had its $1b of capital and reinsurance cover wiped out by the two Canterbury quakes. Bill English is holding a press conference at 10am.06 Apr 09:00 PM
OpinionNick Regos: Unified rebuild is the way to goNick Regos writes on tragedy and the urgent urban planning opportunity it offers.06 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandHiroko TamanoHiroko Tamano was in Kobe 15 years ago when a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck, killing 6400 people.06 Apr 05:30 PM
EmploymentUp to 12,500 workers needed for Christchurch rebuildThe residential rebuild in Christchurch could require up to 12,500 full time workers and reveal a number of skills shortages in occupations such as concreting and carpentry, Prime Minister John Key says.06 Apr 03:48 AM
New ZealandTemporary campervan rent affordable, says BrownleeThe minimum $190 per week rent for a Government-supplied campervan in earthquake-hit Christchurch is affordable, Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says.05 Apr 06:22 AM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Error strewn heritage demolition process 'abysmal'05 Apr 12:48 AM
New ZealandEarthquake bill so far: $1.1 billionPrime Minister John Key said the Government has more spending to come, pointing at an EQC net cost estimate of $1.5b for the latest quake.04 Apr 06:07 AM
EconomyDeficit figures point to budget pressures, Key saysA $1.7 billion higher-than-forecast deficit points to the fiscal challenges the Government faces in its May budget, Prime Minister John Key says.04 Apr 05:20 AM
New ZealandEarthquake death toll hits 170Police have named a woman who died in Christchurch's February 22 earthquake, bringing the total of number of names released to 170.04 Apr 05:01 AM
New ZealandQuake-damaged church to be demolishedThe congregation of St Paul's Trinity Pacific Church on Cashel St have come to accept the reality - their 135-year-old church is no more.04 Apr 04:45 AM
EmploymentCasino staff 'thrown on scrap heap'Workers have been thrown "on the scrap heap" by a redundancy offer from the owners of the earthquake-damaged Christchurch Casino, a union representative has claimed. But Prime Minister John Key said casino management were doing everything03 Apr 11:01 PM
