New ZealandBand tours backyards of quake-hit hometownChristchurch-based band The Eastern are about to tour makeshift backyard stages in the city's quake-hit suburbs.01 Mar 11:01 PM
New ZealandWinds spread dust and odour in quake-hit cityFace masks are being handed out as strong wind gusts lift tonnes of dust as high as lamp posts and spread the smell of sewage around Christchurch.01 Mar 10:43 PM
New ZealandPolice name three more quake victims, toll rises to 159Police have officially released the names of three more victims of last Tuesday's devastating earthquake in Christchurch.01 Mar 10:02 PM
New Zealand'There's always hope... but it fades'Workers at the devastated Pyne Gould Corporation building in central Christchurch paused work early this morning for an emotional karakia, police say.01 Mar 07:22 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Baby's death sparks trustAs eight-month-old Jayden Harris is laid to rest today, a trust named in his honour will look to help other children with head injuries.01 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Ten proposals to stay on road to recoveryPlenty of ideas and plans have been floated to try to ensure the Christchurch is rebuilt. Here are 10 proposals doing the rounds.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Survivor's tale of luck and heroicsIn her heart Holly White knew nobody could survive a four-storey building of bricks, concrete and steel falling on top of them.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Barney Rubble emerges from cathedralA feathery find in the rubble of central Christchurch has become a small symbol of hope for an earthquake-ravaged city.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Immigrants open homes for victimsMigrant communities in Auckland are opening not only their wallets but also their homes to earthquake victims.01 Mar 04:30 PM
Small BusinessChristchurch earthquake: Owners may soon return to cordoned off businessesThe cordoned-off area of central Christchurch may be cut back within the next four days, says a local business leader. 01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Bell sounds in Parnell as hundreds pay tributeThe single ring of a bell echoed through the Holy Trinity Cathedral, signalling the moment the earthquake struck.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandSoldier's wife thought to be trapped in cathedralThe devoted wife of a soldier is among the missing in the rubble at the Christchurch Cathedral.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Masks urged as 70km/h winds dueChristchurch people are being warned to wear face masks to avoid breathing in earthquake debris dust expected in winds of up to 70km/hr. 01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Country together as one at 12:51pmAt 12.51pm yesterday people emerged from homes next to the shattered remains of a row of shops in Merivale and dropped into silence.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch earthquake: Teen survivor struggles with guilt feelingsEarthquake survivor Kento Okuda, whose right leg had to be amputated when he was rescued, cannot accept that his friends are dead. 01 Mar 04:30 PM
EconomyHow we'll pay earthquake costsSome of New Zealand's largest infrastructure projects face delay or cancellation as money and resources are diverted to Christchurch.01 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandTough conditions for search teamsSearch teams in the Hotel Grand Chancellor, Forsyth Barr, CTV and PGC buildings are facing a variety of challenges in trying to secure the buildings.01 Mar 08:03 AM
New ZealandChristchurch spared from petrol risePetrol and diesel prices are on the up - but not in Christchurch.01 Mar 05:42 AM
New ZealandFinally - a basic comfort for grim and grimy CantabsFor hundreds of grim and grimy Cantabrians one simple pleasure was finally accessible today - a shower to at least wash away some of the discomfort a week after an earthquake turned their lives upside down.01 Mar 05:38 AM
