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Christchurch earthquake: She made it to the church on time

A young bride-to-be who narrowly escaped tragedy in the PGC building in Tuesday's deadly earthquake has tied the knot today.

Christchurch earthquake: Still no news of front page survivor

His pained, bloodied and dirt-streaked face has become one of the defining human images of the Christchurch quake and has been published in media across the globe.

Christchurch earthquake: Recovery of bodies from cathedral begins

Search and rescue workers have begun work in preparation for removing bodies from under piles of rubble at the Christchurch Cathedral.

Quake last straw for Bexley widow with autistic son

Bexley resident Jen O'Malley says Tuesday's devastating earthquake was the last straw and she can not imagine living in the area again.

Christchurch earthquake: Law change needed to cancel census

A law change will need to take place in order for this year's census to be cancelled, Statistics New Zealand says.

Petrol price rise to hit quake-ravaged Christchurch

A substantial petrol price rise is expected to increase the cost of living for earthquake-hit Christchurch residents in the coming days.

Christchurch earthquake: Food companies swing in to deliver supplies

Christchurch earthquake: Victim Support volunteers help families grieve

Victim Support volunteers, many who have themselves lost homes, are working round the clock in Christchurch to provide support to a city which has "lost its heart" after Tuesday's devastating earthquake.

Christchurch earthquake: PM says EQC levy hike may be needed

If increased levies are needed to replenish Earthquake Commission funds then the Government would consider it, Prime Minister John Key says.

Census cancelled over Christchurch earthquake

The March 8 Census has been cancelled following the 6.3 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch, Statistics Minister Maurice Williamson says.

Earthquake rescuers heroes - Carter

The devastation from Tuesday's earthquake in Christchurch needs to be seen to be comprehended and rescue workers are doing an "outstanding job", Civil Defence Minister John Carter says.

<i>Deborah Hill Cone</i>: Risk - you're surrounded by it

We may imagine we're bullet-proof, but life's dangers are always lurking.

Christchurch earthquake: Bride-to-be makes wedding from ruins of building

A bride-to-be huddled in the ruins of her office had no idea her fiance was frantically searching for her outside.

Christchurch earthquake: Doctor uses hacksaw in amputation

A medical specialist used tradesmen's tools to amputate the legs of an earthquake victim.

Christchurch earthquake: 'Beautiful' friend dashed back in to her death

When Jilly Murphy rushed back into a shop after the earthquake, she had one thing on her mind - her family.

Christchurch earthquake: Morning wrap

Five key stories from this morning's coverage of the Christchurch earthquake.