Latest from Christchurch earthquake
Christchurch looting case: Cops accused of bashing
Two police officers have been accused of beating a young autistic man who became "the face of looting".
PM admits figure of 10,000 unlivable houses not official
John Key says a claim that 10,000 houses would have to be abandoned in Christchurch was not based on official advice.
Inside the earthquake-hit stadium
The playing surface is rippled and bulging with patches of sludge. Concrete structures are cracked and dislodged.
Dad's toughest role - in loving memory
Robert Gilbert is paying tribute to his son Jaime, who died in the quake, by playing his part in a Repertory production of 'Hamlet'.
Christchurch earthquake: Once abandoned, now lifesavers
In the last two weeks, a highly trained group of once-abandoned dogs have proved invaluable in quake-torn Christchurch.
Thirteen more quake victims named
Police 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.
No official advice on abandoning suburbs - Key
Prime Minister John Key has conceded he received no official advice that some areas of quake-stricken Christchurch may need to be abandoned.
More play time to ease kids back into school post-quake
It 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.
Protect your information, Christchurch business told
A 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.
Radar imagery from space shows quake devastation
The shaking and devastation caused by the Christchurch earthquake have been measured in new radar imagery taken from space.
Bail for accused looter with autism
Police 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.
Christchurch quake leaves its mark on tattoo fans
The February 22 earthquake has left a mark on everyone in Christchurch - and for many, quite literally.
Access to red zone possible from next week
Businesses and residents may be able to retrieve important belongings from earthquake-damaged areas of Christchurch's CBD from next week.
Rugby: Significant damage to AMI Stadium says McCully
The 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.
Jim Eagles: Broken can still be beautiful
I'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.
Cup hinges on engineering reports
Engineering reports expected in coming days on Christchurch's earthquake-damaged AMI Stadium will dictate whether the city can play host to the Rugby World Cup.
Entire streets may be abandoned
The land in some parts of Christchurch is so badly damaged entire streets and even neighbourhoods may be abandoned completely. Early indications suggest as many as 10,000 houses will have to be demolished.