New ZealandEQC review in wake of 'quake lessons'It is hoped a newly-announced review of the Earthquake Commission will draw on the lessons learned following the Canterbury Earthquakes.17 Sep 10:17 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanNZ memories: Chch crumblesOn February 22, 2011 the heart of Christchurch was shattered and a country was thrown into shock.17 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandSchools confront confusionEmergency meetings have been held by schools groups trying to get to the bottom of yesterday's confused reveal of a shake-up of Christchurch's schools system.14 Sep 06:39 AM
New ZealandThieves target damaged homesAbandoned quake-damaged neighbourhoods in Christchurch are proving rich pickings for criminals, with burglars risking entry to unstable buildings.13 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGovt plans shake schoolsThe Government has been given a fail mark for its handling of a $1b education announcement for post-earthquake Christchurch today, which proposed closing 13 schools.13 Sep 05:58 AM
New Zealand13 Christchurch schools set to closeThe Government is set to close 13 Canterbury schools and merge another 18 in an overhaul of the education sector in the area that was revealed today.13 Sep 01:12 AM
EmploymentRed tape obstructing construction, inquiry toldNew Zealand's top construction companies are at breaking point over a rising tide of red tape, an inquiry heard today.12 Sep 07:36 AM
New ZealandQuake inquiry hearings endThe royal commission of inquiry hearings into the Canterbury earthquakes disaster closed today with the chairman giving a final acknowledgment to bereaved families.12 Sep 06:34 AM
New Zealand5.3 earthquake strikes near HaastA strong magnitude 5.3 earthquake has rocked much of the West Coast and Otago this morning.30 Aug 10:41 PM
