The aftermath of this morning's earthquake has left the home of Newstalk ZB political editor Barry Soper trashed.

Students at an Auckland school were 20 minutes into their history scholarship exam this morning before it was cancelled.

Scientists have debunked a prediction that a major earthquake could hit the South Pacific on November 14.

Whether it's adventure or relaxation you're after, there's heaps to do in Hanmer.

An autumnal visit to relaxing Hanmer Springs is just what the doctor ordered.

Attention is moving towards what caused the destructive fire that sparked on Tuesday.

Firefighters will return to the scene of the Hamner Springs Fire tomorrow at first light.

Three people were flown to hospital by helicopter after a car crash in the South Island last night.

Hanmer Springs offers more than just hot pools, learns Elisabeth Easther.

Canterbury residents have been asked to increase security after a man fled from police into the bush.

An Australian tourist shot directly in the eye with a paintball gun will remain in hospital overnight while the pressure in his eye stabilises.

Geologists say today's earthquake had an epicentre 10km south-east of Darfield, but so far they have not been able to link it to a known fault line.

Health and happiness top the menu at Amuri Estate, writes Susan Buckland.

Hanmer Springs' chief attraction is its thermal resort and spa and the sleepy town is the perfect place to relax, writes Janetta Mackay.