New ZealandNo special quake compensation for Chinese families - KeyChinese parents who lost their only child in last month's Christchurch earthquake will not be getting special compensation, Prime Minister John Key says. 14 Mar 06:06 AM
New ZealandChristchurch thoughts with Japan - ParkerChristchurch Mayor Bob Parker says the thoughts of his quake-stricken city are with Japan following Friday's magnitude 9.0 earthquake which devastated much of the country and left thousands dead.14 Mar 05:50 AM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Funeral for Philip McDonaldEarthquake victim Philip McDonald was farewelled today at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre.14 Mar 04:43 AM
New ZealandInstant jail time for offending in Christchurch emergencyThe excuses were wildly different, but the results were very much the same: any offending involving Christchurch's earthquake-damaged buildings or cordons will bring instant jail time.14 Mar 04:25 AM
New ZealandRoyal inquiry into Christchurch quake building collapsesPrime Minister John Key says there will be a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the collapse of many of Christchurch's inner city buildings during the February 22 earthquake, six more victims of which have been named.14 Mar 03:32 AM
New ZealandRichie McCaw among mourners for Crusaders quake victimAll Black captain Richie McCaw and two of the Crusaders horsemen have led a guard of honour to farewell earthquake victim and Crusaders boardmember Philip McDonald.14 Mar 03:05 AM
New ZealandChina wants extra compensation for Christchurch quake victimsThe Chinese Embassy has asked the Government to give special compensation to Chinese families who lost children in last month's Christchurch earthquake.14 Mar 12:51 AM
New ZealandChristchurch schools open as refugees return homeChristchurch is getting ready for the return of up to 60,000 residents with 110 schools also set to reopen this morning.13 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch firefighters among hardest-hit by loss of homesMost of the firefighters who have worked day and night since the quake have no homes to return to.13 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: More victims identifiedThousands are expected to return to Christchurch as schools reopen.13 Mar 04:55 AM
New ZealandFill the Basin for CanterburyPhotos from the charity cricket match at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.13 Mar 04:18 AM
SportFill the Basin - comments from the gameThe "Fill the Basin for Christchurch" cricket match is underway, with proceeds going to the earthquake relief fund.13 Mar 02:00 AM
EntertainmentShow must go onLocal girl Flip Grater reflects on the devastation that has hit Christchurch.13 Mar 02:00 AM