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Scenic smorgasbord on the TranzAlpine
From plains to peaks to rainforest, the TranzAlpine offers a taster of the striking south.

<i>Gill South</i>: Powers of Superman needed to rebuild a shattered city
Christchurch recovery is a job that called for a top CEO.

CBD tenants want low-rise buildings
Safety was paramount among Christchurch CBD tenants when considering office space, a survey found.

Woman who smuggled drugs into prison jailed
A woman who thought it was a lark to smuggle drugs to mates in jail has found herself behind prison bars.

$42m earmarked for Canterbury trades training
Next week's budget will provide up to $42 million for trades training for Canterbury to meet labour demand.

Permanent CEO for CERA named
The permanent chief executive of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority has been announced today.

Stealing quake generators a 'despicable act'
A Christchurch man has been jailed for more than three years after stealing emergency generators.

Govt borrowing $380m a week
The Government is borrowing $380 million a week and next week's budget will carry a record deficit.

Quake victim considers new life abroad
Amy Cooney would love to be able to put her earthquake ordeal behind her and focus on fond memories of her brother.

For the love of books - some of our top shops
Buying ebooks may be convenient but it can't compete with the personality and charm of our best bookshops, writes Danielle Wright.