New ZealandPike River: Man of the moment for minersThe face of the country's worst mining disaster since 1914, Pike River CEO Peter Whittall, has fronted in the most trying of circumstances.26 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPike River: Gush of gas may be behind blastExperts suggest a split-second gas outburst may have overwhelmed the Pike River miners before they could respond to any alarms.26 Nov 04:30 PM
Opinion<i>John Armstrong</i>: After the disaster comes the politicsJim Anderton seems to have made it his personal mission to end the life-and-death lottery that working in underground mines has entailed.26 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandBells toll for Pike River 29"We pray that their moment of fear becomes eternal peace," said Monsignor Gerry O'Connor during an emotional tribute to the Pike River miners in Greymouth.26 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionFran O'Sullivan<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: A deep probe needed to get all the answers26 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPike River: Third blast rocks Pike mineFamilies of the dead men due to be bused to the Pike River mine tomorrow will still go, despite a third explosion at the mine this afternoon.26 Nov 05:12 AM
New ZealandPike River: Third blast at mine - policeThere has been a third explosion at the Pike River mine this afternoon. The blast occurred at 3.39pm and lasted for 23 seconds.26 Nov 03:41 AM
New ZealandPike River: Third robot reveals violent blastA third robot that has gone 1575m into the Pike River coal mine has detected debris and destruction indicating Wednesday's blast was much more violent than the first one.26 Nov 01:42 AM
New ZealandPike River: How you can helpA Pike River Relief Fund Trust has been established for the families of the 29 men who died in the Pike River coal mine.25 Nov 09:30 PM
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 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: 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 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
BDBDNew Zealand'50 million-odd tonnes' still in mine, says CEO WhittallWhile refusing to focus on the Pike River mine's future today, CEO Peter Whittall did reveal it's future worth.25 Nov 04:57 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
New ZealandI would do things 1000 times better - WhittallPike River CEO Peter Whittall expressed his regret today at how he initially delivered his news to the families of the 29 miners lost in the disaster.25 Nov 02:37 AM
