CTV supervisor to be investigated
John Key says people need to be held to account for the collapse of the CTV building, as an investigation into the man who supervised its construction begins.
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Scientists predict Canterbury quake risk
Scientists warn that quake-rattled Christchurch faces a 72 per cent probability of being hit by an earthquake measuring between 5 and 5.4 magnitude in the next year.
1.3 million Kiwis take part in ShakeOut
A quarter of the country registered for a national earthquake drill today, but despite the popularity of the exercise there are no plans to make it an annual event.
Chch 'underwhelmed' by drill
The drop, cover and hold message was practised around the country today at 9.26am today, but in Christchurch some laughed at the need to take part in an earthquake drill.
Teachers 'unsung heroes' of quakes
Teachers were the unsung heroes of the Christchurch earthquakes, according to a Canterbury University lecturer heading a research project.
'Hell no', say miner wives
Miners were emotional after a meeting with the Minister of State Owned Enterprises, saying he had made up his mind over their proposal before the meeting began.
Chch dust mask warning
Environment Canterbury is advising dust-sensitive Christchurch residents to wear dust masks as demolitions pick up in the city.
NZ Shakeout 2012: Drop, Cover and Hold
NZ Shakeout 2012 is Wednesday 26th. We should all know what to do in an earthquake, and that's 'drop, cover, hold.' Watch this video as Peter Elliott explains what to do when an earthquake happens. Video courtesy NZGetThru.
CTV fraudster examined
The convicted fraudster who oversaw the construction of the CTV building and who's been accused of faking his engineering degree could be investigated by the Australian police.
Grand plan, or land grab?
The Christchurch rebuild promises to create a city that's better for everyone. So what's got some CBD landowners so outraged? Chris Barton investigates.
EQC review in wake of 'quake lessons'
It is hoped a newly-announced review of the Earthquake Commission will draw on the lessons learned following the Canterbury Earthquakes.
NZ memories: Chch crumbles
On February 22, 2011 the heart of Christchurch was shattered and a country was thrown into shock.
Quake victim's fight for compo
When the Christchurch quake struck, Celia Hay thought she was covered. What she has since discovered is a warning to all business owners, reports Diana Clement.
Thieves target damaged homes
Abandoned quake-damaged neighbourhoods in Christchurch are proving rich pickings for criminals, with burglars risking entry to unstable buildings.
Quake inquiry hearings end
The royal commission of inquiry hearings into the Canterbury earthquakes disaster closed today with the chairman giving a final acknowledgment to bereaved families.
'We're doing our best'
Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has backed down from comments he made about frustrated residents in damaged Christchurch homes and apologised.