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Sorry, folks, it's not the end of the world yet

Murray and Michelle Smith of Cambridge respond to the "end of the world" frenzy created in the US.

Do your bit with a quake bond, Kiwis told

Public likely to be hesitant about locking up more than $1000 for four years.

Quake raiders 'vultures feeding on corpses'

Earthquake offenders were "vultures feeding on the corpses of the dead", according to a Christchurch judge.

4.2 earthquake felt in Manawatu

Ratings agencies watch effect of quake

People power key for Christchurch - Sutton

The new chief of Christchurch's recovery effort says positive energy will see the city advance.

My Job: Earth's shocks a stimulating challenge

Family's questions go unanswered at inquest

Quake victim's arms were pinned

Brian Rudman: Get earthquake-proofed... and you'll be ready for the big volcano blow

Survivor's emotions swing from euphoria to guilt

Shakes were too much

CBD tenants want low-rise buildings

Safety was paramount among Christchurch CBD tenants when considering office space, a survey found.

Auckland low-risk for quakes, but no way to know for sure

Retrofitting can be a low-cost option to strengthen at-risk older buildings

Cities look to Christchurch for earthquake lessons

The February earthquake in Christchurch lays bare the complacency which surrounds our risk-management of older buildings.