At 4.35 a.m. on 4 September 2010, the Canterbury region was struck by a magnitude 7.1 earthquake. It shook Cantabrians, their properties, their land and their lives.
The earthquake which struck at 4.35 a.m. on a Saturday morning was felt by many people in the South Island and southern North Island. There was considerable damage in central Canterbury, especially in Christchurch, but no loss of life.
These magnificent buildings are protected by legislation but were badly damaged by the Christchurch earthquakes.
Images from the Christchurch earthquake which struck on 22 February 2011
At 12.51 p.m. on 22 February 2011, the Canterbury region was struck by a magnitude 6.3 earthquake. It caused massive devastation in most parts of the region and 185 lives were lost.
Detailed timeline of events relating to the Canterbury earthquake on and after 4 September 2010
At 12.51 p.m. on Tuesday 22 February 2011, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake caused severe damage in Christchurch and Lyttelton, killing 185 people and injuring several thousand.
This maritime relic fell victim to the 2010/11 Canterbury earthquakes.
After the Christchurch earthquake of 22 February 2011, the authorities found a wide range of uses for shipping containers
This reminder of the South Island's wealth and the importance of the Catholic Church was badly damaged by the Christchurch earthquakes.