New ZealandTaxpayers to cover quake damageTaxpayers would pay most of the cost of repairing future earthquake damage to uninsured Christchurch infrastructure, a spokesman for Finance Minister Bill English says.27 Jun 04:46 AM
ConstructionChristchurch rebuild on hold until shaking stops, says Fletcher CEOThe actual physical rebuild of Christchurch won't be complex but will remain frustratingly on hold until the aftershocks come to an end, says Fletcher Building CEO Jonathan Ling.26 Jun 08:00 PM
CompaniesInsurance industry facing a climate of fearFloods, hurricanes, droughts - will climate change mean more wild weather ahead? That's a risk the insurance industry is taking very seriously, reports Peter Huck.26 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandBrownlee tight-lipped on land planEarthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says up to 12,000 homes could be demolished in Christchurch, but is refusing to reveal when the city's much-awaited land reports will be revealed.19 Jun 08:55 PM
BusinessEQC, insurers ask court who should pay quake damageThe High Court has been asked to sort out who is legally responsible for insurance...14 Jun 12:03 AM
Small BusinessChristchurch quake causes nationwide container droughtStacks of shipping containers line Christchurch roads, protecting lives in yesterday's aftershocks, but causing a nationwide shortage.13 Jun 08:00 PM
BDBDBusinessTower takes EQC to High Court over Christchurch quake payoutsInsurance company Tower is taking the Earthquake Commission (EQC) to court over how much it will pay out on Christchurch earthquake claims. 13 Jun 02:00 AM
