Disappointment as Bishop decides to demolish Chch cathedral

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Christchurch's Blessed Sacrament Cathedral was set to be repaired following the Canterbury earthquakes, but the new Bishop Paul Martin has decided it's too expensive and has decided to rebuild closer to the city centre.

Chch homeowner calls for Royal Commission into insurance sector

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Christchurch homeowner Bob Burnett says lengthy delays in resolving his earthquake insurance claim is destroying his finances and affecting his kids' health. He's calling for a Royal Commission into the conduct of the insurance sector.