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Christchurch quake: Crusaders could be looking for new home
There are genuine fears that the Crusaders will have to find a new home for the remainder of Super Rugby season.
Send your messages of support to the Canterbury earthquake victims
A second huge quake has devastated the homes and lives of Cantabrians. Send your messages of support to those affected by the devastating quake.
Christchurch earthquake: How to donate
Several appeals have been launched to help Cantabrians following today's devastating earthquake. ANZ launched an appeal and announced it would make the first donation, $1 million.
$830 hr to save bookshops
Managers given the job of sorting out Whitcoulls' finances are being paid up to $830 an hour.
Carlos threatens Western Australian coast
Communities in Western Australia's Pilbara region are on cyclone and flood alert after tropical cyclone Carlos reformed over the sea west of Broome.
Soccer: Kiwi fan makes headlines for going the extra mile
Stephen Hitchcock travelled halfway around the world to see his favourite team Crawley Town face Manchester United.
Bookstores beef up security in face of fury
Extra security has been hired for Borders and Whitcoulls stores as staff face aggressive customers angry about conditions placed on redeeming gift vouchers.
Sacked policeman fails to win back job
A Whangarei policeman sacked after he was acquitted on an assault charges has failed to win his job back.