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Christchurch earthquake will see long-term GDP rise
The economic impact of the earthquake will be sharply negative in the near term but probably positive for GDP over a longer period, economists say.

Quake throws lifeline to building industry - Fletcher shares rise
The Christchurch earthquake is expected to provide a much-needed lifeline for NZ's beleaguered construction sector.

Aucklanders applauded for avoiding motorway
Aucklanders are being lauded for staying off the roads during a mammoth traffic management operation.

Transport bosses hope for best
Aucklanders stayed off the roads last night as authorities shut the busiest stretch of motorway in the country.

Auckland property prices fall in August, listings stay low
House prices in Auckland fell during August as the number of properties being listed continues to stall.

Beach houses draw record protests
There have been more than 1000 submissions against plans to build houses on an unspoilt Coromandel beach.

Newmarket diversion dismays retailers
Businesses are concerned traffic diversions to be put in place while the Newmarket Viaduct is developed will create traffic mayhem.

The plan to avoid traffic mayhem
There will be 36 hours of car chaos next weekend when the country's busiest highway closes to south-bound traffic.