Quakes Royal Commission wraps up PGC hearing today
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The Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Canterbury earthquakes concludes its hearing into the collapse of the Pyne Gould building today.
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Dean of the Christchurch Cathedral runs for council
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Dean of the Christchurch Cathedral says he's stepping down so he can better serve the city during the earthquake recovery.
Scientists gathering massive amounts of quake data
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As aftershocks from Canterbury's 7-point-one magnitude earthquake continue, scientists are gathering massive amounts of scientific data and personal accounts.
Government considering new law to cover natural disasters.
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The Government is considering introducing a new law to cover any natural disaster of a similar size to the Canterbury earthquake.
1 in 4 chance of another big Canterbury quake
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Government scientists say there's almost a one in four chance of a magnitude seven earthquake striking Canterbury in the next year.
New housing village opens for quake-displaced residents
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A new temporary housing village for residents with earthquake-damaged homes in Christchurch has opened in the east of the city.
Has the exodus from Christchurch stopped?
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The worst of the exodus from Christchurch after last year's earthquakes is over, according to a group which studies population trends.
17 jobs lost at Christchurch Art Gallery
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17 jobs have gone at the Christchurch Art Gallery, which is closed for earthquake repairs until at least June next year.
Shaken City Life
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Journalist Jane Bowron and her account of life in Christchurch during and since the earthquakes which have forever changed the city.
Nomadic home owner pleads for full rates relief
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Christchurch residents made homeless by the earthquakes have made an emotional plea to the city council for 100 percent rates relief.
Pigeon poo damaging Christchurch Cathedral
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The Cathedral has been in a state of limbo since the Christchurch earthquakes. Now roosting pigeons are adding to the damage.
Cost to build a home rises
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The cost of building a home in New Zealand's main cities has risen by 20 per cent since the Canterbury earthquakes.
Memorial service marks 10th anniversary
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A civic memorial service was held at 12.30pm on the north bank of Oi Manawa, Canterbury National Earthquake Memorial.
Homeowners fight Southern Response over pay-out costs
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Forty Christchurch homeowners have headed back to court, as they seek to take a class action against earthquake insurer Southern Response.
A one-stop shop for Christchurch quake claims
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The government has announced a new "hub" offering a bunch of separate services to Christchurch locals with ongoing earthquake-related problems.
CERA closing its doors after five years.
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Five years after being created the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority, commonly known as CERA, will officially close its doors on Monday.
First freight chugs into Chch from Picton since Kaikoura quake
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The first freight train since the devastating Kaikoura earthquake has chugged into Christchurch, after an historic 348 kilometre journey from Picton.
Bob Burnett: better homes for better health
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Christchurch architect Bob Burnett founded the Superhome movement after his children got sick "bouncing around substandard rentals" after the Christchurch earthquake.
Law students volunteer to help homeowners battle EQC.
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Forty law students in Christchurch are volunteering their time to help local residents take the Earthquake Commission to the High Court.
Christchurch unearths saints kept in coffee jars
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A new exhibition showcases relics found underneath Christchurch's Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, which was badly damaged in the Christchurch earthquakes.
$1.5 million donated to earthquake fund by Auckland Council
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Offers of assistance to quake-ravaged Christchurch are flooding in from around the country.
Kate De Goldi: love and loss in post-earthquake Christchurch
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One of New Zealand's most celebrated authors, Kate De Goldi's short fiction, novels and picture books engage children, teenagers and adults alike. Novel The 10pm Question was published to critical acclaim, quickly becoming an iconic piece of New Zealand literature. Her latest, Eddy, Eddy is being met with similar excitement.
Cultivate Christchurch
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Earthquake demolition work in Christchurch has made way for an urban farm that is equipping young people with life and work skills.
Delay in tsunami sirens confuses many
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Canterbury residents were left confused after the earthquake after the news media reported they needed to evacuate but tsunami sirens were silent.
Union rejects claims of illegal activity
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More on allegations from the Earthquake Commission that some contractors have been filing false invoices for work done on the Christchurch rebuild.
The different fates of Christchurch's Catholic and Anglican cathedrals
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Both of Christchurch's big cathedrals were destroyed in the earthquakes. Their fates have been very different, and only one will rise again.
A documentary about how young people in Christchurch have adapted over the…
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Earthquakes, fire and terrorism have shaped the lives of Christchurch teenagers growing up during the last decade. A documentary from NZBS students.
Quake wage subsidies wind down from tomorrow
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From tomorrow, the Government is winding down the subsidy that allows earthquake-damaged businesses in Canterbury to keep paying their workers' wages.
Canterbury Crusaders victory a win over adversity
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Despite being homeless following the February earthquake, the Canterbury Crusaders have made it through to the finals of the Super Rugby tournament.
Christchurch Community group cries foul over OIA fee
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The Earthquake Commission has been labelled obstructive after it demanded 24 thousand dollars to provide documents under an Official Information Act request.