New ZealandState of emergency to be extendedThe national state of emergency imposed after last month's devastating earthquake will be extended today and is likely to be in place for some time, Prime Minister John Key says.06 Mar 07:22 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: New living hellTears flowing down his cheeks, burly Canterbury mechanic Keith Mackie was trying to explain that life's basic necessities have been forgotten. 06 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandResidents warned not to take risks within cordonResidents allowed into parts of Christchurch's central business district cordon today are being warned not to enter yellow-stickered buildings.06 Mar 12:48 AM
New ZealandRecovery efforts at CTV building endRecovery efforts at the Canterbury TV building have officially ended, with no further positive identifications. Usar workers have sifted through every piece of debris and are satisfied nothing more can be done, the Fire Service says.06 Mar 12:19 AM
New ZealandPraise for community's fortitudeResidents of the eastern suburbs of Christchurch have been praised for the fortitude their community has shown following the February 22 earthquake.05 Mar 10:20 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Strength to lead city in the eye of a stormSometimes, the Christchurch mayoress confides, the Parkers go home to their darkened house to hide from their fears.05 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandGovt in charge as new jolt hits cityChristchurch was last night slammed by its biggest aftershock since the day of the devastating February 22 earthquake.05 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandPolice name six more quake victimsThe names of six more people who police have confirmed died in the February 22 Christchurch earthquake have been released.05 Mar 04:51 AM
New Zealand'Surreal' moment when no bodies found - USARSearch teams who were bracing for grim news had a "surreal" moment when they discovered no bodies buried in the ChristChurch Cathedral spire that had collapsed during last week's devastating earthquake.05 Mar 03:02 AM
New ZealandBrownlee takes hard line on damaged heritage buildingsEarthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee says if he had his way, most of Christchurch's heritage buildings would be bowled tomorrow.05 Mar 01:14 AM
OpinionPhil TaylorPhil Taylor: World's kindness that we can repayIt's the only time I saw a policeman cry. Acts of kindness can do that.04 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Hard times on Struggle StreetSurrounded by her children in the garage of their Hampshire St home in the Christchurch suburb of Aranui, Mafutaga Manuleleua still feels unloved.03 Mar 07:37 AM
New ZealandMayor's thoughts with families on 'terrible' dayThe thoughts of everyone should be with the families of the Christchurch earthquake victims following the change in the search focus today to recovering bodies, says an emotional mayor, Bob Parker.03 Mar 05:04 AM
Official Cash RateParker: Don't take RWC from usChristchurch is "utterly" committed to holding its Rugby World Cup matches, and its citizens "will be far from pleased if they miss out on an event that has taken on a different meaning", Mayor Bob Parker said this morning.02 Mar 11:25 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: 'This is still a rescue operation' - policeMore than a week after the devastating earthquake police are still treating the situation as a rescue mission.02 Mar 08:39 PM
Official Cash RateKey: I want RWC in ChristchurchJohn Key says his "strong preference" is to hold Rugby World Cup games in Christchurch, and says it's still possible if AMI Stadium is fit for matches.02 Mar 01:45 AM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Ten proposals to stay on road to recoveryPlenty of ideas and plans have been floated to try to ensure the Christchurch is rebuilt. Here are 10 proposals doing the rounds.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandCTV building owners welcome inquiry, death toll now at 155The owners of the Canterbury Television (CTV) building are welcoming a government inquiry into why the building collapsed in the Christchurch quake.01 Mar 04:38 AM
OpinionBryan Gould: City's heritage another casualty of quakeDamage to historic sites an extra blow for grieving Christchurch.28 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandWind worries remain in quake-hit ChristchurchStrong winds that were set to hit Christchurch this afternoon did not eventuate, but residents are warned that they should secure loose roofs and beware of the threat of falling masonry.28 Feb 08:30 AM
New ZealandCan Christchurch accommodate Cup games after earthquake?It could be weeks, possibly longer, before Rugby World Cup organisers are able to make a decision.26 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch cathedral: Brick by brick, we'll returnDamaged Cathedral becomes a rallying point for the people of a hurt and devastated city.26 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: How you can helpThere are many ways that you can help in the wake of yesterday's devastating Christchurch earthquake.25 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Key should not hesitate to seek nation's help to finance rebuildIt's obvious that mere amateurism will not help our second-largest city up on its feet this time.25 Feb 04:30 PM
