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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.
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.
Govt: No post-quake 'ghettos'
Housing Minister Phil Heatley says he does not want temporary housing ghettos to spring up in quake-stricken Christchurch.
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'.
Cup hinges on engineering reports
Engineering reports expected in coming days on Christchurch's earthquake-damaged AMI Stadium will dictate whether the city can play host to the Rugby World Cup.
Chinese businessman gives $100K to earthquake appeal
A Chinese businessman has donated $100,000 to the Christchurch earthquake appeal after reading about the numerous Chinese people killed or missing.
30-tonne 'Rocky' raises tonnes of cash
A 30-tonne rock that landed in the hallway of a Christchurch house during last month's earthquake has raised more than....