Peter Beck: Courage remains in Christchurch cathedral
When the tower of Christchurch Cathedral fell in Tuesday's massive earthquake, the people of Canterbury lost one of the enduring symbols of our province.
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PM meets families of quake victims
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Christchurch earthquake: Lyttelton rallies for those in need
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Christchurch earthquake: Slow, difficult work continues in Cathedral
Police believe up to 22 bodies are trapped within the devastated Cathedral and its spire.
Earthquake toll rises to 145
The official death toll for the Christchurch earthquake has risen to 145 this evening and is expected to increase. Police are gravely concerned for more than 200 missing people.
Health the priority in wake of earthquake
More than 600 patients have been admitted to Christchurch Hospital Emergency Department since the earthquake, including 164 with serious injuries.
Jayden Harris
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Rolling coverage and kids
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Christchurch earthquake: Bundle of joy amid turmoil
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Judge takes hard line with accused earthquake offenders
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Christchurch earthquake: Funeral for Baby Baxtor
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Main Civil Defence updates following the Christchurch Earthquake
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Christchurch earthquake: Midwives sought as quake brings births on
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