BDBDBusinessInsurers halt new cover in Christchurch, brokers sayInsurance companies all but stopped writing new cover in Christchurch in the wake of the February 22 earthquake.09 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandGovt: No post-quake 'ghettos'Housing Minister Phil Heatley says he does not want temporary housing ghettos to spring up in quake-stricken Christchurch.08 Mar 10:24 PM
New ZealandBuilding exec: Rebuild could cost $5bn more than forecastThe cost of rebuilding Christchurch could exceed Treasury predictions by $5 billion, a Fletcher Building executive has estimated.08 Mar 09:50 PM
New ZealandMourning the loss of a landmark - and a homeWhile Lyttelton residents are lamenting the loss of 135 years of history as a demolition order hangs over their town's historic Timeball Station, one woman is mourning the loss of her home.08 Mar 09:45 PM
New ZealandChristchurch looting case: Cops accused of bashingTwo police officers have been accused of beating a young autistic man who became "the face of looting".08 Mar 04:30 PM
BusinessEarthquakes speed up broking firms' exodus from Christchurch financial district08 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandDad's toughest role - in loving memoryRobert Gilbert is paying tribute to his son Jaime, who died in the quake, by playing his part in a Repertory production of 'Hamlet'. 08 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Once abandoned, now lifesaversIn the last two weeks, a highly trained group of once-abandoned dogs have proved invaluable in quake-torn Christchurch. 08 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandPM admits figure of 10,000 unlivable houses not officialJohn Key says a claim that 10,000 houses would have to be abandoned in Christchurch was not based on official advice.08 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandInside the earthquake-hit stadiumThe playing surface is rippled and bulging with patches of sludge. Concrete structures are cracked and dislodged.08 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandThirteen more quake victims namedPolice have released the names of 13 more people who died in the February 22 Christchurch earthquake, including the partner and five-week-old baby of a man who is lying injured in Dunedin Hospital.08 Mar 07:41 AM
ConstructionNo official advice on abandoning suburbs - KeyPrime Minister John Key has conceded he received no official advice that some areas of quake-stricken Christchurch may need to be abandoned.08 Mar 06:20 AM
New ZealandMore play time to ease kids back into school post-quakeIt was a lot more enjoyable during playtime at Christchurch's Wharenui School today than a fortnight ago, when students and teachers were huddled on the grass as the earth shuddered beneath them.08 Mar 03:31 AM
Small BusinessProtect your information, Christchurch business toldA Christchurch private investigator is warning businesses who have been disrupted by the earthquake to make sure they keep a close watch on their company information.08 Mar 01:30 AM
New ZealandRadar imagery from space shows quake devastationThe shaking and devastation caused by the Christchurch earthquake have been measured in new radar imagery taken from space.08 Mar 01:10 AM
New ZealandBail for accused looter with autismPolice have relented and allowed bail for a young man with autism who became "the face of looting" in the days after the February 22 quake.08 Mar 12:32 AM
New ZealandChristchurch quake leaves its mark on tattoo fansThe February 22 earthquake has left a mark on everyone in Christchurch - and for many, quite literally.08 Mar 12:27 AM
New ZealandAccess to red zone possible from next weekBusinesses and residents may be able to retrieve important belongings from earthquake-damaged areas of Christchurch's CBD from next week.07 Mar 11:25 PM
Rugby World CupRugby: Significant damage to AMI Stadium says McCullyThe Government will have initial reports on whether AMI Stadium in Christchurch could be used for Rugby World Cup games by the end of the week.07 Mar 10:52 PM
OpinionJim Eagles: Broken can still be beautifulI've always found ancient places of worship to be strangely moving. Probably it's because the dominant role of organised religion in bygone times meant the greatest talents of the age were harnessed to make these churches.07 Mar 08:30 PM
