New ZealandChristchurch buildings demolished without owners' knowledgeMore than 10 per cent of buildings demolished in Christchurch following last month's quake were levelled without the knowledge of their owners.23 Mar 02:59 AM
InvestmentSome Christchurch suburbs may become 'virtual wastelands'Some Christchurch suburbs will be left as virtual residential wastelands, while townships on the city's fringe are bracing for an influx of new residents.22 Mar 10:05 PM
New ZealandRobyn Malcolm's mum finds mystery quake heroBruised and battered earthquake survivor Anne Malcolm will finally get to meet her guardian angel.22 Mar 08:48 PM
New ZealandPet projects face cuts, Key warnsThe Government's coalition partners have been warned their pet projects will not be exempt from the drive for savings in this year's Budget, with funding for the Act Party's taskforce and Maori Party's Whanau Ora scheme under review. 22 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandCTV host quake victim farewelledHundreds of Cantabrians have turned out to attend the funeral of former Canterbury TV host Jo Giles, who died in the February 22nd earthquake, while police have revealed one of their own was also a victim of the quake.22 Mar 03:21 AM
Small BusinessChristchurch CBD business owners 'still in limbo'A group of about 30 Christchurch business people protesting over not being allowed into their CBD businesses have met with Civil Defence officials this afternoon after angry protesters broke through the red zone cordons yesterday.22 Mar 03:05 AM
Small BusinessCivil Defence could have done more - CarterCivil Defence could have communicated better with frustrated business owners in Christchurch, its minister John Carter says.21 Mar 11:47 PM
New ZealandGovt announces $6.85m economic package for ChristchurchThe Government has announced a $6.85 million "needs-based" economic recovery plan to help Canterbury businesses get back on their feet, which has been welcomed by local groups.21 Mar 11:40 PM
BusinessPsychological fears will drive shape of Christchurch's CBDReal estate agency Bayleys Canterbury is predicting a broader but lower central business district will arise in Christchurch after last month's earthquake, while demand is expected to escalate for residential properties in more stable areas21 Mar 11:33 PM
New ZealandFresh protest planned over Christchurch CBD accessChristchurch police say they will arrest any business owner who deliberately breaches a cordon in the CBD.21 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandBusiness owners rush cordon to get into buildingsAbout 120 Christchurch business owners stormed the inner-city cordon yesterday.21 Mar 04:30 PM
EconomyProgrammes will be cut to pay for rebuild - KeySome government programmes will be axed as budget spending is cut to pay for rebuilding Christchurch, Prime Minister John Key says.21 Mar 05:46 AM
Small BusinessChristchurch protesters risking their lives - policePeople who force their way through cordons into Christchurch's quake-ravaged central business district (CBD) could be killed, police say.21 Mar 05:37 AM
Small BusinessChristchurch business owners' protest heats upProtests from angry Christchurch business owners locked out of the damaged CBD have intensified today, with police physically intervening when several protesters went inside the cordon.21 Mar 04:55 AM
