Latest fromChristchurch earthquake

Relocated Cup games would be 'a gold mine' for Auckland
Auckland is likely to make a huge economic gain should the Christchurch Rugby World Cup games be relocated, Auckland interest groups say.

No more bodies likely to be found in Christchurch
It is unlikely more bodies will be found in quake-ravaged central Christchurch but the confirmed death toll is still expected to climb as the coroner works on identifying individuals from badly damaged remains, police say.

Philippines may sue if CTV building liability found
The Philippines government wants extra compensation for the families of its citizens killed in the Christchurch earthquake if inquiries find the Canterbury TV building was not up to scratch.

Key holds out hope for Christchurch RWC matches
Christchurch's AMI stadium could be capable of hosting Rugby World Cup matches, Prime Minister John Key said today as the Government studied reports on damage caused by the February 22 earthquake.

Six more quake victims named
Police have this afternoon confirmed the identities of a further six people who died in the Christchurch earthquake.

Carpet manufacturer closes plant, axes jobs
Earthquake hit carpet manufacturer Canterbury Spinners is shutting its Christchurch operation and axing 195 jobs.

Rebuilding Christchurch business: Kaila Colbin - <i>Missing Link </i>
When presented with a world stage on which to share the tragedy of Christchurch, founder of social media consultancy Missing Link, Kaila Colbin, didn't hesitate.

Christchurch to be stripped of RWC games - report
A secret report into the state of Christchurch's AMI Stadium reportedly reveals it won't be able to host RWC games, a British news website says.

No special quake compensation for Chinese families - Key
Chinese parents who lost their only child in last month's Christchurch earthquake will not be getting special compensation, Prime Minister John Key says.