Tornado rips through West Auckland

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A Christchurch couple who fled to Auckland after the earthquakes are now assessing damage at their new house, after a tornado tore through their suburb.

Earthquake Minister in Europe to speak to insurance companies

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The Earthquake Recovery Minister, Gerry Brownlee, is in Europe in an attempt to convince insurance companies not to pull out of New Zealand after the Christchurch earthquakes.

Deconstruction of central Christchurch back on track

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The removal of rubble from the earthquake-stricken centre of Christchurch will start again today, once the worst of the ice in the central city melts.

Concerns raised over training of NZ structural engineers

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Auckland structural engineer John Scarry is concerned that the series of investigations into earthquake related collapses of Christchurch buildings won't result in the changes needed to make the city safer.

Almost six months after quake, some remains unidentified

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Almost six months after the devastating earthquake which killed 181 people in the Canterbury, there are still human remains yet to be identified and buried.

Lyttleton community plans to be self reliant to safeguard food

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The community of Lyttelton, severely cut off from Christchurch access routes during the earthquakes, is planning to become more self reliant.

Midday News for 5 August 2011

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Earthquake Minister Gerry Brownlee says its taking too long to consent new sub divisions in Christchurch. The sharemarket and dollar fall following turmoil on world markets.

Snow means students miss out on precious exam prep

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Heavy snow is forcing schools to close across the country. It's a double blow for Canterbury students who have already lost weeks of precious school time due to the earthquakes.

District councillor backs Kaiapoi to pull through

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People in the Canterbury town of Kaiapoi say they are determined to preserve their community despite learning yesterday hundreds of earthquake-damaged homes will have to go.

Another Christchurch hotel will be pulled down

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Another landmark hotel in Christchurch has been condemned because of earthquake damage.

Govt reconsiders legal aid for quake families

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The Attorney General, Chris Finlayson, says he'll reconsider funding legal representation for the families of the victims of the Christchurch earthquake.

Govt reconsiders legal aid for quake families

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The Attorney General, Chris Finlayson, says he'll reconsider funding legal representation for the families of the victims of the Christchurch earthquake.

Quake families say lack of legal help leaves them without voice

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A spokesperson for the families of the victims of the Christchurch earthquake says without legal representation their voice will not be heard during the Royal Commission.

Famous pie recipe under hammer for earthquake

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In June, the Hororata hotel in Canterbury closed after it became clear there was no economic way to repair damage caused by the September earthquake.

Bob Parker on the Christchurch earthquake

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We're joined by the mayor of Christchurch, Bob Parker.

Parklans residents shaken by earthquakes

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Residents in the Christchurch suburb of Parklands say their area should be made a red-zone.

Small band of campanologists keep bellringing alive

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With the silencing of the Cathedral bells in Christchurch following February's earthquake there are now just six places in New Zealand where a full set of bells can be rung.

Aftershocks continue to rattle Christchurch

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Christchurch has been rattled by a series of earthquakes with the latest measuring 5.5 on the richter scale.

Update on power cuts in Christchurch

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Let's return to the situation in Christchurch where there have been nine earthquakes this morning, cutting power to 10 thousand homes.

The latest on Christchurch's earthquakes

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A series of ten aftershocks have been ratting Christchurch this morning, with the biggest of five-point-five magnitude being widely felt just over two hours ago.

Midday News for 2 January 2012

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The mayor of Christchurch, Bob Parker, has admitted the city council's handling of the September 2010 earthquake was not good enough.

Orange zoned residents worry further shakes will cause delays

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Some residents in orange zoned areas in Christchurch are worried the latest series of earthquakes will further delay the decision on whether they can remain in their homes.

Aftershocks more mentally than physically damaging

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We're joined by the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority's chief executive Roger Sutton.

Midday News for 3 January 2012

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The Christchurch Mayor says the city council will meet with GNS scientists to get some answers about the current sequence of earthquakes, which have sparked anxiety among residents.

Grand Chancellor checked for damage four times before February

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The Canterbury earthquake's Royal Commission has heard that the Hotel Grand Chancellor was checked for earthquake damage - and cleared for use four times prior to the February 22nd earthquake.

Commission witnesses questioned about Cashel Street building

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Witnesses before the Canterbury Earthquakes Royal Commission have been questioned about why a building known to be earthquake prone was allowed to reopen, despite several red flags.

Top Stories for Friday 10 February 2012

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After a damning report into the CTV building, how many other Christchurch buildings had faults when the earthquake struck? Police investigate the tragic death of a five year old and when so many businesses are struggling, how did the country's big banks increase profits by a quarter?

Building panel explains just what went wrong with CTV building

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An inquiry ordered by the Government has found the CTV building which failed massively in the February Christchurch earthquake did not meet building standards when it was constructed in 1986.

Christchurch businesses beaten but unbowed one year on

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We are here broadcasting from Christchurch, as the city remembers the devastating earthquake that claimed 185 lives, and forever changed the city for those who survived.

Christchurch woman opens home to 50 quake-hit felines

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Animals have also suffered upheaval because of the Christchurch earthquakes. Jan Collins is one of those caring for some the hundreds of pets who have been left homeless because of the earthquakes.