New ZealandPike River: A particularly terrible griefA small West Coast community will now face the task of recovering and rebuilding following a disaster of devastating proportions.25 Nov 09:18 PM
New ZealandPike River: World rescue experts shocked at scale of tragedyInternational experts say they are shocked a mining disaster the magnitude of the Pike River tragedy occurred in a modern mine.25 Nov 09:14 PM
New ZealandExperts on potential techniques to stabilise Pike RiverLiquid nitrogen could be used to stabilise the situation in the Pike River mine, experts told the Science Media Centre.25 Nov 09:09 PM
New ZealandPike River rescuers united in desire to recover bodiesMines Rescue workers who wanted to save 29 men trapped underground in the Pike River coal mine remain united in their desire to get their brothers back, their leader says.25 Nov 07:50 PM
New ZealandPike River: 'GAG unit' flown in to West CoastA large jet engine which stabilises gases may be used to quench the fire in the Pike River coal mine so that rescuers can safely recover the bodies of 29 men inside.25 Nov 06:28 PM
New ZealandPike River: ACC working to ease money fearsThe ACC will ensure money is the least of the worries for the families of the Pike River 29, says ACC Minister Nick Smith.25 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPike River: A nation in sorrow opens its heartNZ is a nation in mourning as memorial services are held, condolence books arranged, and candles lit throughout the country.25 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPike River: Grieving father's pleaHe has to accept he has lost a son. But Marty Palmer won't give up until his son's body is back with the family so they can mourn properly.25 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandU2 pays tribute to Pike River minersEven the biggest concert of the year acknowledged the sombre mood of the nation. U2's Bono said the band felt privileged to be 25 Nov 09:30 AM
New ZealandBroad defends under-fire KnowlesPolice Commissioner Howard Broad today praised the work of Superintendent Gary Knowles, the police officer who led the mission to rescue 29 miners.25 Nov 07:10 AM
New ZealandPike River: A nation grieves in unisonBells tolled and flags were lowered to half mast today to pay tribute to the 29 miners lost in the Pike River tragedy.25 Nov 04:59 AM
New ZealandLatest updates: Pike River mine tragedyCheck here for developments in the wake of the Pike River mine disaster today.25 Nov 04:01 AM
CommoditiesPike River board meets to discuss futurePike River Coal's board is to meet tomorrow to talk about options for the company's future.25 Nov 02:30 AM
New ZealandVictim's family lash out at Pike mine operatorsThe family of Queenslander Willy Joynson want answers about why dangerous levels of gas were not detected before last Friday's blast.25 Nov 01:19 AM
CommoditiesStill a future for West Coast mining, says Pike chairPike River Coal says all its staff are being kept on full pay, with some being reassigned to jobs including helping out at the mine site25 Nov 01:15 AM
New ZealandPike River mine still too dangerous Levels of dangerous gases at the Pike River mine are still high and rescuers are unable to enter to recover the bodies of 29 trapped men, police said this afternoon.25 Nov 01:07 AM
New ZealandHow Pike River could be made safe for the recovery of miners' bodiesA mining expert explains how to 'gag' a mine to make it safe for bodies to be recovered and gives his view on the second blast.24 Nov 11:29 PM
New ZealandMining tragedy: 'Sorrow - not anger'The families of some of the men trapped in the Pike River mine expressed sorrow rather than anger at a meeting today, John Key says.24 Nov 10:39 PM
New ZealandWorld offers Pike River solidarityWorld leaders are sending support and sympathy to the families of the men who died at the Pike River coal mine.24 Nov 10:20 PM
New ZealandPike River mine disaster: Bodies will be recoveredRescue authorities are vowing to recover the bodies of the 29 miners - but admit they don't know when it will happen.24 Nov 09:22 PM
New ZealandFocus 'solidarity' after Pike River tragedy'People find just that extra little bit, they take a deep breath, they will raise the bar…,' Grey District Mayor Tony Kokshoorn says.24 Nov 06:47 PM
