Thousands take comfort from quake memorial service
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We look back at the first anniversary of the Christchurch earthquake.
We look back at the first anniversary of the Christchurch earthquake.
Rod discusses the business and economic impacts of the Canterbury earthquake.
Tommy discusses future building procedures in response to the Christchurch earthquake.
The earthquake in Canterbury is likely to result in rate rises.
The Earthquake Commission is insisting the current model for settling earthquake claims is the right one. That's despite a report from one of the country's largest insurers that says the system is inefficient and is having a significant impact on the timely resolution of claims in Christchurch.
A 150 metre memorial wall will be unveiled on the banks of the Avon today six years after the devastating earthquake hit Christchurch. Bruce McEachen says it is an inspiring place and the wall will perform every function the families need it to.
A 150 metre memorial wall will be unveiled on the banks of the Avon today six years after the devastating earthquake hit Christchurch. Bruce McEachen says it is an inspiring place and the wall will perform every function the families need it to.
The Earthquake Recovery Minister's released what he says is a how-to strategy for the rebuild following the Canterbury earthquakes. Gerry Brownlee says the strategy for improving investment, innovation and job creation will extend beyond economic recovery and into education, culture and social recovery.
We assess how last the earthquake has affected three major arts festivals and Christchurch's historic Repertory Theatre, and the part the arts have to play in helping the city to get back on its feet.
Police are investigating the origins of a letter which threatened Earthquake Commission staff and referred to the Christchurch mosque shootings. The Earthquake Commission has heightened security at all its offices in response. Renée Walker is EQC's deputy chief executive. She talks to Susie Ferguson.
Questions to Ministers 1. Hon PHIL GOFF to the Prime Minister: Is he satisfied that actions to address the Christchurch earthquake are an adequate response; if not, what are his areas of concern? 2. AMY ADAMS to the Minister of Finance: What reports has he received on the economic impact of the earthquake in Christchurch on 22 February 2011? 3. Hon CLAYTON COSGROVE to the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery: Is he satisfied with the level of support being offered to the people of Christchurch in the wake of the earthquake on 22 February 2011? 4. NICKY WAGNER to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: What is the Government doing to support Canterbury businesses and employees through the earthquake recovery? 5. Hon ANNETTE KING to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: Is she confident that the Ministry of Social Development has responded adequately to the Christchurch earthquake? 6. METIRIA TUREI to the Minister of Finance: Has he considered raising a temporary levy on income to help fund the rebuilding of Christchurch; if so, how much could it raise? 7. AARON GILMORE to the Minister for Tertiary Education: What work has been done to help the families of tertiary students and tertiary institutions affected by the 22 February 2011 earthquake in Christchurch? 8. Hon JIM ANDERTON to the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery: Will he ensure that Christchurch homeowners and businesses are able to access insurance cover from existing policies or new cover they require since the 22 February 2011 earthquake? 9. Hon JOHN BOSCAWEN to the Attorney-General: Has he asked the Māori Party to agree to amendments to the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Bill that would make it explicitly clear that customary title holders would not be able to charge individuals for accessing a beach, and require any negotiated settlements to be referred back to Parliament for validation; if so, what response did he receive? 10. Hon DAVID PARKER to the Attorney-General: Does the Government intend to proceed this week with its legislation to replace the existing Foreshore and Seabed Act 2004? 11. RAHUI KATENE to the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery: Did he agree with his spokesman's response to the situation for residents in Christchurch East following the earthquake of 22 February 2011, that, "It is apparent, given the scale out there, that there just wasn't sufficient hardware out there, loos and the like", and what urgent actions have been taken to give priority to communities in the eastern suburbs? 12. COLIN KING to the Minister of Civil Defence: Why was a state of national emergency declared on 23 February 2011?
Two years ago today a seven-point-one magnitude earthquake shook Canterbury.
Listening to that was the Earthquake Recovery Authority chief executive Roger Sutton.
Suzanne Craig has not heard from her husband since the Canterbury earthquake.
An extended news bulletin with the latest news on the Christchurch earthquake.
Denis discusses the performance of the media in covering The Christchurch earthquake.
Legislation setting up the Authority for the Christchurch Earthquake Recovery has passed.
Another landmark hotel in Christchurch has been condemned because of earthquake damage.
The impact of the Canterbury Earthquake on insurance and the EQC's finances.
It's one year today since a 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit Christchurch.
The Christchurch earthquake media coverage and Sean Plunket's farewell from Morning Report.
Senior Siemologist at GNS Science comments on this morning's earthquake in Canterbury.
Oral history interview with Kirsty about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Zara about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Jacqueline about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Christine about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Teruyo about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Clare about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Roman about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Ellenor about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.