Rail returns between Picton and Christchurch

Audio, Radio New Zealand

The track will open this week after being closed for nearly a year after the line suffered extensive damage in last November's earthquake.

Sign of the Kiwi re-opens in Christchurch - locals delight

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Built in June 1917, the popular 'Sign of the Kiwi' heritage building in Christchurch's Port Hills has re-opened today after being closed for six years due to earthquake damage.

Chch's new super school opens in Aranui with a bumper roll

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Haeata is the first public school in Christchurch to cater for all ages, replacing three eastern suburbs schools that were closed after the earthquakes. RNZ joined more than 900 students for the first day.