Latest fromNatural Disasters
Couple struggle with daughters' loss
Kerry and Lynne Martin are unsure about swimming in Samoa after losing their two daughters in the tsunami.
More quakes shake Christchurch
There has been more earthquake activity in Canterbury this morning and overnight with eight strong aftershocks continuing to rattle the region.
Quake-struck residents threaten to sue council
Liquefaction was a huge problem, and many hard-hit Bexley residents believe that was because their homes were built on what was once a swamp.
Thousands hit by winds, power cuts
The storm was characterised by powercuts throughout the country, strong winds and even flying trampolines.
Christchurch hit by more aftershocks
At least three aftershocks have hit Christchurch in quick succession this evening, the latest a magnitude 4 quake centred within 5km of Christchurch at a depth of 9km.
Optimistic forecast on quake hit land
Things are looking up for thousands of householders in areas worst hit by the Canterbury earthquake.
Auckland's hot spots spark disaster drama
Aucklanders will be reminded that, like Christchurch, their city is built on a seismic hot spot when Eruption screens on TV3.
Samoa's survivors pick up their shattered lives
To protect the occupants from the elements, tarpaulins are strung up between the poles to create makeshift walls.
Minister's BSA complaint against TV3 to go ahead
A complaint by Paula Bennett over a news item which claimed she offered money to a solo mum is to go ahead.
Govt hopes to have quake land plan by next week
The Government hopes it will be able to give thousands of Canterbury property owners in the worst earthquake-hit areas some idea of what the future holds by the middle of next week.
Anger at 'third world' quake situation
Dozens of angry residents have rallied in one of Christchurch's worst earthquake-hit areas over the "third world" conditions they are still living.