OpinionFran O'SullivanQuakes pose an unpalatable questionCOMMENT: Key and his cohorts face a rethink on the Government's fiscal priorities to allow for another significant rebuild.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKey to take call from Donald Trump todayPrime Minister John Key expects to talk to US President-elect Donald Trump today - and will also tour quake-hit areas.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCantabrians band together after quakeAs Canterbury Civil Defence declared a region-wide state of emergency, people from around South Island banned together to support those affected by quake.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGeoNet director responds to 'monster' quakeThe director of GeoNet has detailed responding to the "monster" magnitude 7.5 earthquake that rocked the country early Monday morning.15 Nov 10:35 AM
New ZealandWarships to help with quake responseA fleet of international warships are bypassing Auckland's historic naval celebrations and heading for Kaikoura to assist with the earthquake response.15 Nov 10:18 AM
New ZealandQuake lifts seabed 'by at least a metre'Kaikoura's tourism industry fears for the future after this week's quake raised the seabed by at least a metre.15 Nov 08:39 AM
New ZealandQuake relief efforts to continue tomorrowCivil Defence said the national support effort will continue tomorrow following Monday morning's 7.5 magnitude earthquake near Kaikoura.15 Nov 07:16 AM
New ZealandKaikoura running out of drinking waterVital supplies are being flown in as Kaikoura has less than 24 hours of drinking water left.15 Nov 06:32 AM
BusinessPhone services in quake-affected areas fixedMost phone services affected by yesterday's earthquake have now been fixed, Vodafone says.15 Nov 05:59 AM
New ZealandMercy mission sparks rural quake effortA mercy mission into rural quake-hit Marlborough has led to donations for farming communities and offers of help.15 Nov 05:43 AM
EducationEarthquake puts Scholarship exams on hold (+ video)NO EXAM: John Paul College students Adam Schweizer (left), 17, and Jessica Macdonald, 17, whose chemistry exam was postponed because 15 Nov 05:26 AM
New ZealandWhat now for quake cows? Here's an ideaTwo cattle and a calf which survived yesterday's earthquake should be allowed to retire and live out their days in a sanctuary, animal rights group Peta says.15 Nov 05:25 AM
New ZealandWatch: People donating goods for those impacted by quakeSource: Facebook: NZ Farming.Watch15 Nov 05:22 AM
New ZealandRed Cross provides support for quake victimsRed Cross is providing psychological support to communities affected by this week's earthquake, as people prepare to spend another night in welfare centres.15 Nov 05:05 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Focus: Mayor during Christchurch quakes on infrastructure rebuildJoin Bernadine Oliver-Kerby as she talks to Sir Bob Parker, former mayor of Christchurch. Few know the massive task of rebuilding and simply coping with a disaster of this magnitude than Sir Parker who was mayor during devastating quakes of 2011 and 2012. Watch15 Nov 04:45 AM
New ZealandQ&A: Tips to help cope with disasterAssociate Professor Sarb Johal of Massey University's School of Psychology shares some tips on how to cope with quake-related stress and anxiety.15 Nov 04:37 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Focus: The Beehive's response to the earthquakeJoin Tristram Clayton as he talks to Newstalk ZB's political reporter Barry Soper for the latest update from Wellington.Watch15 Nov 04:29 AM
New ZealandEmergency operation centre stood downSt John is standing down its National Crisis Co-ordination Centre (NCCC) overnight, however a national on-call team will remain available.15 Nov 04:28 AM
New ZealandCanterbury police: Eight burglaries post-quakePolice investigating looting during yesterday's quake evacuations say eight burglaries took place and they have stepped up patrols since then.15 Nov 04:21 AM
New Zealand'It was hell': Shaken Goose Bay tourists tell their storyThe ground heaved and trees cracked - rescued tourists caught up in the North Canterbury quake tell their stories to Chris Morris.15 Nov 04:11 AM
TourismTourism swings into damage controlTourism operators say there have been no reports of cancellations following the earthquakes but the industry is in damage control because of potential damage to NZ's image.15 Nov 04:10 AM
New ZealandGeoNet: 22% chance of 7.0+ aftershock this monthThe probability of another huge quake over magnitude 7 in the next 24 hours has been put at 4 per cent - but at 14 per cent in the next week and 22 per cent across the next 30 days.15 Nov 04:02 AM
Banking and financeANZ's mortgage help for quake victimsANZ has announced an assistance package for customers impacted by the 7.5 magnitude earthquake on Monday night.15 Nov 03:42 AM
New ZealandUSA to the rescueLIVE BLOG: US warship on its way to Kaikoura as aftershocks continue to shake the North Canterbury region.15 Nov 03:30 AM
New ZealandJet boat on road: 'It had to be done'WATCH: When Ben Todd saw water rising towards his family home he knew there was only one thing to do.15 Nov 03:22 AM
OpinionPolly Gillespie: The most terrified I've ever beenAs a Wellingtonian you know you're living in a very hip city that's destined to one day go "poof" in a puff of concrete dust, writes Polly Gillespie.15 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Kaikoura: Business owners cleaning upHunting and Fishing's Anton Evans remains stoic despite the damage and his business grinding to a hault.Watch15 Nov 02:59 AM
New ZealandWatch: Earth moves for newlyweds in KaikouraNewlyweds Edward and Lesley-Anne were staying positive despite being in the thick of earthquakes and after shocks in KaikouraWatch15 Nov 02:59 AM
New ZealandWatch: Kaikoura: Marae opens doors to stricken touristsThe Takahanga Marae opened its doors to help stranded tourists and stricken locals.Watch15 Nov 02:59 AM
New Zealand15 buildings set to be demolished in WaiauHouses in small community are so badly quake-damaged that locals are considering using diggers to bring them down today.15 Nov 02:58 AM
New ZealandWatch: Kaikoura: People queue over an hour once supermarket opensPeople queued for more than an hour after New World opened its doors today.Watch15 Nov 02:58 AM
New ZealandStay safe as bad weather rolls in post-quakePeople with quake-damaged homes are being urged to look after themselves ahead of their properties.15 Nov 02:36 AM
SportStadium given OK, but will stay closedThe 7.5 magnitude earthquake cracked concrete and broke windows at the Wellington stadium.15 Nov 01:54 AM
