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More quakes shake Christchurch
There has been more earthquake activity in Canterbury this morning and overnight with eight strong aftershocks continuing to rattle the region.

Christchurch hit by more aftershocks
At least three aftershocks have hit Christchurch in quick succession this evening, the latest a magnitude 4 quake centred within 5km of Christchurch at a depth of 9km.

Optimistic forecast on quake hit land
Things are looking up for thousands of householders in areas worst hit by the Canterbury earthquake.

Anger at 'third world' quake situation
Dozens of angry residents have rallied in one of Christchurch's worst earthquake-hit areas over the "third world" conditions they are still living.

Brownlee: Quake land damage not extensive
Earthquake co-ordination minister Gerry Brownlee says there are few signs of widespread permanent damage to housing land in Christchurch.

700 aftershocks - and counting
The number of aftershocks following the big 7.1 magnitude Canterbury earthquake has reached 700.

Earthquake family rocked by thieves
Heartless thieves have struck a young Christchurch couple and their family.