Canterbury's state of emergency still in place

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Civil Defence says a state of emergency will remain in place in earthquake ravaged Cantebury for at least another day.

State of emergency remains in place in Canterbury

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In earthquake-ravaged Canterbury, a state of emergency remains in place despite hopes it would be lifted today.

Christchurch cordon stays in place for safety reasons

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The cordon in central Christchurch that has been in place since Saturday's earthquake has not been lifted as expected.

Emergency powers being put in place in Canterbury

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The Government has already put in place ten orders-in-council under emergency powers rushed through Parliament this month to deal with the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquake.

Outdoor recreation areas around Christchurch hit by quake

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While buildings and businesses bore the brunt of the Canterbury earthquake, some popular outdoor recreation places have also been hit.

Ten regulations passed under emergency earthquake powers

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There are 10 fresh regulations already in place under emergency powers rushed through Parliament to deal with the Canterbury earthquake.