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Plan to extend bars' Easter hours 'contrived' - police
A dozen Dunedin bars want to extend their opening hours over Easter weekend.
Christchurch Town Hall can be saved - Parker
City officials say they are confident the Christchurch Town Hall can be saved.
'Cheapskate' insurer too risky: rivals
Bitterness has emerged against cash-strapped AMI Insurance for undercutting rivals' policy premiums.
Another mega-bill looms for taxpayer
The Government yesterday committed itself to what may prove to be yet another billion-dollar bailout.
Part of Christchurch CBD to reopen
Part of central Christchurch will be open for business again from October ahead of Cup and Show Week, one of the city's busiest times of year, under a plan announced this afternoon.
AMI rescue plan could top $1b - Govt
New Zealand's government has announced a support package for AMI Insurance.
Skateboarders take to quake-hit streets on YouTube (watch video)
A group of Christchurch skateboarders have made the most of their city's devastated roads and pavements.
AMI rescue package Q&A: What you need to know
Your questions on the Government's AMI support package, announced today, are answered.
Govt to make AMI announcement
The Government is closely watching AMI Insurance which has reportedly had its $1b of capital and reinsurance cover wiped out by the two Canterbury quakes. Bill English is holding a press conference at 10am.
Nick Regos: Unified rebuild is the way to go
Nick Regos writes on tragedy and the urgent urban planning opportunity it offers.
Hiroko Tamano
Hiroko Tamano was in Kobe 15 years ago when a 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck, killing 6400 people.
Up to 12,500 workers needed for Christchurch rebuild
The residential rebuild in Christchurch could require up to 12,500 full time workers and reveal a number of skills shortages in occupations such as concreting and carpentry, Prime Minister John Key says.