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The earthquake - five things you need to know (Wednesday)

If you only have a minute and you want today's need-to-know earthquake news at a glance, this is the page for you.

Earthquake rebuild will happen - but it may not be quick

Re-building Canterbury after the earthquake will happen, but it may happen quickly, says Fletcher Building chief executive Jonathan Ling.

Haiti: 230,000 deaths, Canterbury: 0 deaths. Why?

With planning and a bit of luck it's possible to survive a natural disaster without major loss of life.

PM: Consents for rebuild may be given retrospectively

The Govt may rush through legislation to enable rebuilding in the wake of Canterbury’s earthquake, with retrospective building consents.

Christchurch earthquake: Restaurants hard hit

Some of the best known restaurants in Christchurch may never reopen in the same buildings.

Christchurch earthquake: Shakes go on

Quake already hitting Canterbury retail economy

Canterbury businesses are doing a third less trade than the same time last year in the wake of Saturday's earthquake, latest electronic transaction figures show.

Christchurch earthquake: Puppy stitched up after night of panic

A golden retriever puppy needed emergency surgery after cutting off the side of his nose running away in panic when the quake hit.

Christchurch earthquake: Victims struggling with aftermath

Victims of Saturday's earthquake share their stories of survival.

Relief as Smiths City outlets get the all clear

More scary noise on the way...

<i>Bryan Gould</i>: Spare a thought for victims of unemployment crisis too

<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: Quake puts new light on bailout

Dunne says vultures' not wanted

<i>Editorial</i>: Govt right to give risk-takers the message

Earthquake housing shortage to put pressure on Christchurch rentals

SCF company hit by Christchurch quake

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