OpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan: We have to learn from JapanDon't expect to be given an early warning of an approaching quake like they get in Japan.26 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionRodney HideRodney Hide: Earthquakes make us greatCOMMENT: Earthquakes make New Zealand great. We would not have a country without them.26 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionBarry SoperWhy it's time for Wellingtonians to chillCOMMENT: Wellington at the moment resembles something between a war zone and a crime scene.25 Nov 06:56 AM
WorldGodzilla hurricanes a major new threatMajor US cities will be under serious threat of Godzilla hurricanes, as wild weather patterns move closer to the northeastern coast.25 Nov 04:07 AM
New ZealandKaikoura's Inland Rd may reopen tomorrowCanterbury Civil Defence hopes to reopen one lane of the Inland Rd into Kaikoura tomorrow afternoon.24 Nov 09:08 AM
New ZealandInside view of the NZDF convoy to KaikouraAt spots where the boulders still teeter above, the convoy spreads out a little. Better to have one or two trucks wiped out than several, it's explained to me ... The brutal logic makes sense.24 Nov 07:01 AM
WorldLooming disaster: Is America ready?COMMENT: The biggest natural disaster in human history may be coming, and the people living in the danger zone are woefully unprepared.24 Nov 02:53 AM
New ZealandWatch: Deputy Commissioner Mike Clement speaks at National Crisis CentreDeputy Commissioner Mike Clement speaking at today’s update at the National Crisis CentreWatch24 Nov 01:38 AM
New ZealandWatch: Aid in convoy to KaikouraLance Corporal Drew Joyce talks about the army aid convoy to Kaikoura Watch24 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Focus: Japanese earthquake warning systemAn early warning system that gave hundreds of thousands of Japanese a chance to take cover before the magnitude 9 earthquake struck in 2011. When every second is critical, the system was a life-saver. Join Tristram Clayton to find out more.Watch23 Nov 10:17 PM
New ZealandWestport's dredge offered to KaikouraThe repair of Kaikoura's harbour may provide an opportunity for Westport's dredge, says Buller Mayor Garry Howard.23 Nov 08:41 AM
New ZealandWatch: Scargill residents cleaning up after sharp quakeScargill resident David Blackler talks about Tuesday's 5.7 earthquake.Watch23 Nov 02:54 AM
New ZealandRoute to Kaikoura tests NZ Army driversDefence Force truck drivers brave waist-deep water crossings, damaged bridges and overhanging rocks to get supplies to Kaikoura.23 Nov 12:15 AM
New ZealandEvacuees to wait weeks to return homeIt may be months before inner-city Wellington residents are allowed home.22 Nov 09:11 PM
WorldQuake brings back horror for survivorsYesterday's earthquake off the coast of Japan brought back memories of the 2011 disaster for many locals.22 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanRudman: Defence needs to start on home frontCOMMENT: Three major shakes in South Island in the last six years, have highlighted how the enemy we are most likely to have to front is the one within.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLambton House partially evacuatedWellington's Lambton House building was partially evacuated after a technician found a "potentially hazardous" substance in a lift well.22 Nov 09:43 AM
WorldTwo die in Melbourne 'storm asthma'When a thunderstorm hit Melbourne yesterday, it triggered a rare phenomenon seen only four times in the last 30 years.22 Nov 07:43 AM
New ZealandConway River at risk of overflowingCivil Defence has "serious concerns" for the safety of anyone in or near the Conway River.22 Nov 05:10 AM
New ZealandCeiling dangers overlooked in quakesLast Monday's earthquake should be a wake-up call about the risks commercial building owners overlook when it comes to non-structural items, say experts.22 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandRoute out of action six months at leastThe earthquake-shattered main road linking Picton and Christchurch will "definitely" be closed for at least the next six months, the Transport Minister says.22 Nov 04:02 AM
New ZealandRestoring access Kaikoura's biggest issueOpening access to SH1 on the south side of Kaikoura will happen "quite a way before we open up to the north", Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce has told Kaikoura.22 Nov 03:07 AM
VideoWatch NZH Focus: Evacuation warnings for tsunamiA 6.9 earthquake has hit Japan and there are evacuation warnings in effect. Tristram Clayton is joined by journalist Motoko Kakubayashi for the latest from Japan.Watch21 Nov 11:13 PM
BusinessInvestigation launched into quake-damaged buildingAsbestos contamination and a highly unstable building have destroyed any chance of personal belongings being saved from 61 Molesworth St in Wellington.21 Nov 10:39 PM
WorldWatch NZH Focus: Tsunami sighted near JapanA tsunami has been spotted out to sea and is about to hit the eastern coast of Japan. Joint Tristram Clayton for the latest.Watch21 Nov 10:37 PM
WorldWatch NZH Focus: Tsunami warning for JapanAn earthquake has struck Japan and a tsunami warning has been issued. Join Tristram Clayton for the latest.Watch21 Nov 09:41 PM
OpinionAlan DuffDuff: Tamaki's views last thing Kaikoura needsCOMMENT: Blaming quakes on sexual behaviour is a disgraceful insult as our hearts go out to shaken communities.21 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree public transport comes to KaikouraA free public transport service will roll out tomorrow in Kaikoura to help rural residents get to town.21 Nov 08:41 AM
New ZealandCordon frustrates North Canterbury locals"It's really frustrating. We've been up and down the road since the quake happened, we know the risk. We don't need this cordon and convoy."21 Nov 06:37 AM
New ZealandKaikoura Quake: How has wildlife fared?How has Kaikoura's world-famous wildlife responded to the 7.8 earthquake? Science reporter Jamie Morton looked at what we know so far.21 Nov 04:32 AM
New ZealandWellington demolition gets go-aheadWork to demolish a quake-damaged Wellington office tower is expected to take about two weeks, weather permitting.21 Nov 03:05 AM
New ZealandM5.0 aftershock hits near KaikouraThe probability of another 7.0-plus quake striking have fallen further, GeoNet reported today, but large aftershocks are still likely across a large area of New Zealand.20 Nov 12:59 AM
New ZealandThousands of workers face more disruptionThousands of central Wellington workers face an uncertain week as the clean-up from Monday's devastating 7.8 earthquake clean-up.19 Nov 06:44 PM
New ZealandCan Kaikoura come back from quake?Few places in the world can boast the natural wonders of Kaikoura. That all changed in one shaking, shocking minute last Monday morning.19 Nov 04:00 PM
