Lyttelton Review 30 April 2012

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The "Lyttelton Review" newsletter for 30 April 2012, produced by the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre.

Earthquake forum: regaining solid ground - urban design and recovery

Research Papers, Lincoln University

The University of Canterbury held its inaugural Earthquake Forum on the 2nd September 2011. It was an opportunity to hear the diversity of earthquake-related research currently being undertaken in Canterbury and a chance for researchers and those working on the recovery to identify further areas where the research can support the recovery effort.The morning consisted of presentations showcasing the breadth of research currently underway and the afternoon will create the opportunity for people to connect in a series of concurrent workshops on the land, buildings and people. Neil Challenger's presentation covers landscape architecture, temporary landscapes, exploration of design ideas and specific student research related to urban design and earthquake recovery.

Christchurch Press Infographic: 21 December 2012

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A graphic giving details about the river park proposed in the Christchurch Central Recovery Plan.

Ruth Gardner's Blog 03/05/2012: Area unshackled

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 3 May 2012 entitled, "Area unshackled".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 01/08/2012: Blueprint Brain-teasers

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 1 August 2012 entitled, "Blueprint Brain-teasers".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 05/10/2011: Drilling Down

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 5 October 2011 entitled, "Drilling Down".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 14/07/2013: Memories of McLean's Mansion

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 14 July 2013 entitled, "Memories of McLean's Mansion".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 10/04/2011: Day 48 - Foraging and Fences

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 10 April 2011 entitled, "Day 48 - Foraging and Fences".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 25/03/2011: Day 32, 6pm - in the red zone

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 25 March 2011 entitled, "Day 32, 6pm - in the red zone".

Roz Johnson's Blog 02/12/2013: Walking Through the CBD

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An entry from Roz Johnson's blog for 2 December 2013 entitled, "Walking Through the CBD".

Heritage versus demolition in Christchurch

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Gerry Brownlee, Earthquake Recovery Minister.

Roger Sutton to head the Earthquake Recovery Authority

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Damaged properties, water, sewerage and the demolition of buildings in the city centre are first on the list for the new man in charge of the recovery operation in Canterbury.

Rural Recovery - A Quake Aftermath

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Cosmo Kentish-Barnes finds out how the rural recovery is going near the epicentre of the Canterbury Earthquake that shook the province in the early hours of September 4th.

Earthquake Recovery Minister, Gerry Brownlee on Quake

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The Government responded to Canterbury's plight by putting through Parliament emergency legislation to give special powers to the Earthquake Recovery Minister to deal with the effects of the quake.

Ruth Gardner's Blog 30/03/2012: Going, going, gone

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 30 March 2012 entitled, "Going, going, gone".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 12/03/2012: Central CERA City

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 12 March 2012 entitled, "Central CERA City".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 17/02/2012: Approaching Anniversary

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 17 February 2012 entitled, "Approaching Anniversary".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 25/01/2013: Preservation Project

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 25 January 2013 entitled, "Preservation Project".

Fairfax Video, May 2012 (6)

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A video of Prime Minister John Key speaking at a press conference about the government's budget for the Christchurch recovery.

Changes ahead for Earthquake Recovery Authority

Audio, Radio New Zealand

The jury's still out on whether changes at the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority represent a winding back of the government's involvement in the rebuild of Christchurch or simply a shift in its focus.

Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Commission : [website].

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Includes terms of reference, information about the commissioners and information about the commission which was established after the September 2010 Canterbury Earthquake.

Real recovery, Canterbury New Zealand

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Information site provided by Christchurch residents group formed to advocate and protect the rights of home owners in the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquakes. Provides articles and legal advice on getting fair compensation and dealing with government beaurocracy.

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.

Update on Canterbury quake recovery

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Eleven million dollars has been donated so far to the Canterbury Earthquake Appeal. It comes as the Government announced early details of a recovery plan for people wanting money to fix their damaged homes or start rebuilding.

Ruth Gardner's Blog 10/10/2013: Very Good Venuti

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 10 October 2013 entitled, "Very Good Venuti".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 23/12/2013: Craving a Cafe

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's Blog for 23 December 2013 entitled, "Craving a Cafe".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 14/07/2012: Library Lure

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 14 July 2012 entitled, "Library Lure".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 03/09/2012: Real Writers

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 3 September 2012 entitled, "Real Writers".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 14/01/2013: Patchwork Path

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 14 January 2013 entitled, "Patchwork Path".

Ruth Gardner's Blog 17/04/2011: Shakes and Showers

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An entry from Ruth Gardner's blog for 17 April 2011 entitled, "Shakes and Showers".