New ZealandWorking for families cuts targetedWealthy parents receiving money from Working for Families look set to lose the funding as the Govt looks to find financial relief for the Christchurch quake.02 Mar 03:03 AM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Funeral for 8-month-old Jayden HarrisEarthquake victim 8-month-old Jayden Harris was today farewelled at a funeral service at the chapel of John Rhind Funeral Directors in Christchurch.02 Mar 02:52 AM
New ZealandDHB head invokes Katrina to defend evacuating elderlyCanterbury DHB chief executive David Meates has invoked memories of Hurricane Katrina to justify evacuating hundreds of elderly out of the Christchurch in the wake of last week's earthquake.02 Mar 02:30 AM
New Zealand'You warmed our hearts', baby Jayden's funeral told The grief-stricken family of eight-month-old quake victim Jayden Harris farewelled him in a moving ceremony in Christchurch today.02 Mar 02:18 AM
RetailMake Christchurch rebuild decisions fast, says Ballantynes store bossRichard Ballantyne, of Ballantyne's department store, says there had been concerns about the central district even before the first earthquake in September.02 Mar 02:15 AM
Official Cash RateKey: I want RWC in ChristchurchJohn Key says his "strong preference" is to hold Rugby World Cup games in Christchurch, and says it's still possible if AMI Stadium is fit for matches.02 Mar 01:45 AM
New ZealandResidents unable to hire temporary toiletsTemporary toilets are deemed assets of importance so Civil Defence has to co-ordinate where they are placed in quake-hit Christchurch. 02 Mar 12:24 AM
New ZealandSportspeople's messages for ChristchurchSport is a big part of Christchurch and the Canterbury region, from its seven Super Rugby titles, to the numerous world beaters the area has produced.01 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandSmith: ACC quake bill $370 millionThe Accident Compensation Corporation's bill from the Christchurch earthquake has been put at $370 million, says ACC Minister Nick Smith.01 Mar 11:44 PM
New ZealandDevastated by loss of iconic pub in earthquakeJames Murdoch stood with his arms folded and watched grimly as years of hard work was torn down in front of him.01 Mar 11:43 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Day 9Images from around Christchurch as recovery and clean-up efforts continue despite the dust and wind on Day 9 of the earthquake tragedy.01 Mar 11:24 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Elderly moved without family knowingMore than 300 elderly people have been moved from quake-damaged residential care centres in Christchurch, some without the knowledge of their families, Canterbury District Health Board (DHB) has admitted.01 Mar 11:23 PM
New ZealandBand tours backyards of quake-hit hometownChristchurch-based band The Eastern are about to tour makeshift backyard stages in the city's quake-hit suburbs.01 Mar 11:01 PM
EntertainmentRelief gig a healing process for UK KiwisNew Zealanders in London have pulled together skills and contacts to put on a concert to raise money for the Christchurch relief fund.01 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandWinds spread dust and odour in quake-hit cityFace masks are being handed out as strong wind gusts lift tonnes of dust as high as lamp posts and spread the smell of sewage around Christchurch.01 Mar 10:43 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Phones run hot to adopt a Christchurch familyTelevision personality Jason Gunn says his phone has been running hot and a website inundated with offers to adopt Christchurch families badly affected by last week's devastating earthquake.01 Mar 10:23 PM
New ZealandPolice name three more quake victims, toll rises to 159Police have officially released the names of three more victims of last Tuesday's devastating earthquake in Christchurch.01 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Refugees leave for another safe havenRefugees have left Christchurch in their droves.01 Mar 08:58 PM
SportCricket: Vettori puts all memorabilia up for auctionDaniel Vettori has put his entire collection of cricket memorabilia up for auction to raise money for the Christchurch earthquake.01 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Buses back tomorrowBuses will soon be back on the streets of Christchurch.01 Mar 08:26 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Time frame set on rescue operationsA time frame's been put on the expected length of rescue operations at some of Christchurch's worst-affected buildings.01 Mar 08:16 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Stomach flu cases riseThere have been 22 cases of gastroenteritis since the Christchurch earthquake.01 Mar 08:11 PM
New Zealand'There's always hope... but it fades'Workers at the devastated Pyne Gould Corporation building in central Christchurch paused work early this morning for an emotional karakia, police say.01 Mar 07:22 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Baby's death sparks trustAs eight-month-old Jayden Harris is laid to rest today, a trust named in his honour will look to help other children with head injuries.01 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Ten proposals to stay on road to recoveryPlenty of ideas and plans have been floated to try to ensure the Christchurch is rebuilt. Here are 10 proposals doing the rounds.01 Mar 04:30 PM
