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Christchurch earthquake timeline
More than two weeks on from the earthquake that changed our second largest city forever, we recap the events that gripped the nation.
'Christchurch will shake like a leaf' - quake danger known for years
Warnings about Christchurch's heritage buildings in a quake were given 15 years ago on TV.
Key taps NZX chief to lead Christchurch earthquake appeal
NZX head Mark Weldon is to head the Government's earthquake appeal, raising speculation that he may political aspirations.
Prince William to address thousands at quake memorial
Prince William will address the thousands of people expected at next week's national memorial service for the victims of the devastating Christchurch earthquake.
Shaky residents want information
Vulnerable Christchurch residents are anxiously awaiting information on whether their neighbourhood may need to be abandoned.
Prince William to be at quake service
Prince William is set to make a special visit to New Zealand to commemorate those killed in the Christchurch earthquake and the Pike River Mine disaster, but fiancee Kate Middleton will not be joining him.
Insurers halt new cover in Christchurch, brokers say
Insurance companies all but stopped writing new cover in Christchurch in the wake of the February 22 earthquake.
Govt: No post-quake 'ghettos'
Housing Minister Phil Heatley says he does not want temporary housing ghettos to spring up in quake-stricken Christchurch.
Building exec: Rebuild could cost $5bn more than forecast
The cost of rebuilding Christchurch could exceed Treasury predictions by $5 billion, a Fletcher Building executive has estimated.
Dad's toughest role - in loving memory
Robert Gilbert is paying tribute to his son Jaime, who died in the quake, by playing his part in a Repertory production of 'Hamlet'.
PM admits figure of 10,000 unlivable houses not official
John Key says a claim that 10,000 houses would have to be abandoned in Christchurch was not based on official advice.
Inside the earthquake-hit stadium
The playing surface is rippled and bulging with patches of sludge. Concrete structures are cracked and dislodged.