Large earthquakes have shaken Christchurch this afternoon. Follow the latest updates and reactions.

There have been several large earthquakes in Christchurch today. Here's a selection of Herald and reader photos.

Chris Barton talks to engineering experts about the lessons learned during the levelling of Christchurch's collapsed CBD and what this means for the future of building design.

Five-storey building in city red zone in doubt because of insurers' reluctance to cover its construction

As Christmas approaches, how have the residents of Christchurch fared since the earthquakes of 2010 and 2011?

Insurance Australia Group has agreed to buy AMI, for $380 million in a deal that will see the target's liabilities transferred to a new state-owned company.