Deadline looms for Christchurch quake claims
Audio, Radio New Zealand
People have until midnight tonight to lodge a claim with the Earthquake Commission for property damaged in the February Christchurch earthquake.
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Casino workers back on job after quake hiatus
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Christchurch Casino opens again tonight for the first time since February's earthquake left about 500 people out of work.
First pictures of fresh quake damage to Chch CBD
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The first media pictures have been taken of the most recent damage to Christchurch's central city in Monday's earthquake.
Earthquake recovery minister defends land-puchase plan
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Goverment has offered to pay out five thousand home owners in Christchurch of the most severely quake damaged properties.
Tributes paid at London vigil
Audio, Radio New Zealand
In London's Westminster Cathedral about 1500 people have just finished a vigil in memory of the victims of the Christchurch earthquake.
Wool auctions resume after being halted by earthquake
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The national wool auction system is back in business after being knocked out of action by the Christchurch earthquake.
Heritage sector warns against rushed decisions
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The heritage sector says the earthquake recovery minister shouldn't be hasty when it comes to heritage buildings in Christchurch.
Government makes concessions on quake recovery legislation
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Meanwhile, the Government has made concessions on its Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority legislation after complaints from the Labour Party.
People in Sumner are demanding answers
Audio, Radio New Zealand
People in Sumner with earthquake-damaged homes are demanding answers from the Christchurch City Council about the future of their properties.
Musician Fiona Pears
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Lyttelton-based musician Fiona Pears is putting her life back together after the Christchurch earthquake. She's written a song, called Calm After The Storm.
Earthquake coverage - reporter Bridget Mills
Audio, Radio New Zealand
We hear the latest from Latimer Square where a make-shift hospital has been set-up outside the Canterbury TV building.
Earthquake coverage - reporter Jessica Maddock
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Radio New Zealand's Jessica Maddock reports in from outside the remains of the Canterbury TV building where people are still trapped alive.
Law Society joins chorus attacking quake recovery legislation
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Law Society is criticising the Government for rushing its Canterbury earthquake recovery legislation through Parliament under urgency.
Government insurance gap will leave schools out of pocket
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Gaps in the government's insurance cover will leave many schools damaged by the earthquakes in Canterbury out of pocket.
Cantabrians turn to gambling to combat stress
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Problem Gambling Foundation says people in Christchurch are turning to gambling to combat stress after the city's major earthquakes.
Government welcomes calls for new building standards
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Government is welcoming a report from the Canterbury Earthquake Royal Commission that calls for urgent changes to building standards.
Earthquake Recovery Minister - Gerry Brownlee
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The Earthquake Commission has increased its liability for the Canterbury earthquakes by 4 billion dollars to 7.1 billion dollars.
Last unidentified victims of Chch quake laid to rest
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The last unidentified victims of the Christchurch earthquake have been laid to rest in a ceremony in Christchurch.
Thousands gather in Christchurch
Audio, Radio New Zealand
At least 20 thousand people gathered at the public memorial service in Christchurch to remember the earthquake that occured one year earlier.
Coroner to investigate Christchurch rescue operations
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Complaints about the response of emergency services after the February earthquake in Christchurch will be examined by a Coroner.
Quake firms to seek government wage subsidy
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The Government will be asked to provide special funding to help save small Christchurch businesses facing ruin after the earthquake.
Social Development Minister makes earthquake announcments
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The Social Development Minister, Paula Bennett, says there are thousands of unemployed people in Christchurch who could help rebuild the city.
School children return to class in Canterbury
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Thousands of school children in Canterbury went back to school today, for the first time since the earthquake nine days ago.
Treasury expects earthquake rebuilding to lift economic growth.
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The Treasury expects rebuilding after the Canterbury earthquake will help economic growth next year and put upward pressure on inflation.
Outdoor recreation areas around Christchurch hit by quake
Audio, Radio New Zealand
While buildings and businesses bore the brunt of the Canterbury earthquake, some popular outdoor recreation places have also been hit.
Tourism slowly recovering in Canterbury after difficult days
Audio, Radio New Zealand
After commemorating the anniversary of last year's deadly earthquake in Christchurch, many are now looking to the region's future.
Proof-reading mistake causes upset at Christchurch council
Audio, Radio New Zealand
A proof-reading error from the Earthquake Recovery Minister's office has caused ructions at the Christchurch City Council today.
Plea for rates relief from Christchurch locals
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Christchurch locals made homeless by the earthquakes have made an emotional plea to the council for 100 percent rates relief.
Insight: Canterbury Mental Health - On Shaky Ground
Audio, Radio New Zealand
Karen Brown reports from Chch, where there seems to be no end in sight for the mental health problems caused by the earthquakes
Midday Sports News for 22 February 2021
Audio, Radio New Zealand
The Black Caps captain will lay a wreath in Christchurch for the Canterbury earthquake remembrance service. Brenton Vannisselroy has te pūrongo hakinakina.