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<i>Andrew Hooker:</i> How insurers accuse customers of dishonesty
You might be surprised how often insurance companies call their customers liars, fraudsters or criminals, and the flimsy basis on which they sometimes do so.
<i>Inside Money: </i>Why ratings are over-rated
Are you swelling with national pride? New Zealand has once more been granted Aaa status by international credit-ratings agency Moody's.
<i>Inside Money: </i>A message for all concerned parents
"Many mum and dad investors have lost large sums of money because of the poor investment advice they've received," blurted Simon Power.
Builders head south in earthquake goldrush
Builders from around the country see a goldmine of work awaiting them in quake-torn Christchurch.
Christchurch quake 'fifth most expensive ever'
The earthquake that struck Canterbury may be the fifth-most expensive ever for insurers, according to risk management projections.
<i>Editorial</i>: Far-reaching powers hide worrying risks
It can be hard to keep perspective when an incident as devastating as the Christchurch earthquake occurs.
Earthquake states of emergency extended
The states of emergency put in place after the Canterbury earthquake were this morning extended until midday Thursday.
Concerns over power new bill gives ministers
The Government has taken on sweeping powers to rebuild Christchurch after the earthquake.
Big surge in insurance inquiries after Christchurch earthquake
Insurers report a surge in inquiries prompted by homeowners' fears they may not be properly covered if a Christchurch-style earthquake hits.
Political rivals unite to fast-track Christchurch earthquake law
The Govt has won political support for emergency earthquake relief legislation that will bypass existing laws to speed up rebuilding in Canterbury.
PM: Quake NZ's most costly natural disaster
The Canterbury earthquake will be the most costly natural disaster NZ has faced, John Key said today as the Govt announced new measures to deal with rebuilding ruined homes.
Govt earthquake bill unclear - Brownlee
The Govt says it will not know how big its bill for the Canterbury earthquake will be until its Recovery Commission has drafted a recovery plan.
Burglars posing as insurance agents after earthquake
Waimakariri residents are being warned of burglars posing as bogus insurance agents to case homes hit by Saturday's earthquake.
Woman fights for ACC to pay $250,000 bill
A woman plans to appeal to the High Court after an ACC decision not to pay a $250,000 medical bill she was left with when she fell seriously ill after having a flu jab.
Re-insurers will take the bulk of earthquake losses - Moody's
Global re-insurance companies will probably take the bulk of losses for claims from the Christchurch earthquake not covered by EQC, says Moody's.