Canterbury Earthquake - David Neal

Audio, Radio New Zealand

David Neal is the national programmes manager for the Red Cross. The Christchurch Red Cross response team is out with the fire service, searching buildings for people who might be trapped.

Christchurch Press Image: Lawrence Smith, 2011:02:25 14:43:56

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Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "Christchurch recovers after a 6.3 magnitude earthquake at the start of the week causing mass death and destruction across the city".

Photograph of Canterbury Horse Bazaar, 141 Lichfield Street (2)

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A photograph of the earthquake damage near the front door of the Canterbury Horse Bazaar on Lichfield Street.

Fairfax Video, October 2011 (10)

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A video of Mayor Bob Parker and Prime Minister John Key speaking at the opening of Re:Start Mall which has been set up on Cashel Street after the 22 February 2011 earthquake. Re:Start mall is made up of shipping-container shops, with the Ballantynes Department Store reopening as a retail anchor.

Finish of the earthquake rememberance

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Geoff Robinson relays how the rememberance has been completed in Christchurch.

Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee

Audio, Radio New Zealand

The Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee flew down to Christchurch from Wellington when he heard about the quakes.

Fairfax Video, August 2011 (2)

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A video about engineers recovering the internal copper dome of the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament by lifting it out in one piece. The dome was undamaged after the 22 February 2011 earthquakes, but lost most of its supporting columns. Engineers have decided to remove the dome to ensure it will not be damaged during further aftershocks.

Fairfax Video, September 2011 (4)

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A video of the reopening ceremony for the Heritage Hotel in Cathedral Square, which has been closed since the 22 February 2011 earthquake. The video shows Governor General Sir Jerry Mateparae opening the building while a string trio plays. It also includes footage of a speech by the Governor General, and a tour of the hotel.

Waikato Times Image: Chris Hillock 2011:02:25 11:59:28

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Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "Christchurch Earthquake. Headmaster Simone Leese talks from his new Headmaster's Office in the main square, about the damage to Christ's College campus buildings."

Christchurch Press Infographic: 21 February 2012 (4)

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The front page graphic for a feature marking the anniversary of the 22 February 2011 earthquake. The feature is titled, "Beyond the call".

Christchurch Press Infographic: 18 February 2012 (4)

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The contents page for the Your Weekend section of The Press, featuring an editorial about the anniversary of the 22 February 2011 earthquake.

Earthquake Recovery Minister of plans for quake dam

Audio, Radio New Zealand

We're joined now by the Earthquake Recovery Minister, Gerry Brownlee - who is in Christchurch.

New agency to reduce quake impact on international students

Audio, Radio New Zealand

The Government has created an agency to try to lure foreign students back to New Zealand after the Christchurch earthquake.

Christchurch Press 24 August 2011: Section A, Page 5 (South Island Edition)

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Page 5 of Section A of the South Island edition of the Christchurch Press, published on Wednesday 24 August 2011.

Midday News for 5 August 2011

Audio, Radio New Zealand

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.

Finding the CEO of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority

Audio, Radio New Zealand

State Services Commissioner Iain Rennie is helping to recruit the new head of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority.

Photograph of 167 Peterborough Street (9)

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A close-up photo of earthquake damage to the roof of 167 Peterborough Street. Insulation can be seen between the beams.

Photograph of 167 Peterborough Street (8)

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A close-up photo of earthquake damage to the roof of 167 Peterborough Street. Insulation can be seen between the beams.

Royal couple meet with families of Chch earthquake victims

Audio, Radio New Zealand

In Christchurch today the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took time to talk to some of the families of those who died in the February 2011 earthquake.

Fairfax Video, April 2012 (9)

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A video of an interview with Jeremy and Tania Tomkins about their living situation after the 22 February 2011 earthquake. The family of four were forced to move into their garage after the earthquake damaged their New Brighton home.

Winter, Mark 1958-:The earth takes... the world gives [Christchurch earthq…

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Text reads 'The earth takes... the world gives'. The cartoon shows an image of the globe with New Zealand in the centre - the continents seem to have formed themselves into a grieving face and arms which reach out to New Zealand. Context - on 22 February 2011 a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck in Christchurch which has probably killed more than 200 people (at this point the number is still not known) and caused very severe damage. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Medal: The Brunel Medal

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One silver medal awarded to SCIRT in October 2013 from the Institution of Civil Engineers in the United Kingdom in recognition of the excellent in civil engineering. Includes storage case and explanation sheet.

Christchurch Press Image: Carys Monteath, 2011:02:23 06:46:15

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Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "Damage from the February 22nd earthquake in Christchurch. Liquefaction at the St Martins Shopping Centre and New World supermarket in St Martins, Christchurch".

Christchurch Press Image: Carys Monteath, 2011:02:23 06:46:37

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Photograph captioned by Fairfax, "Damage from the February 22nd earthquake in Christchurch. Liquefaction at the St Martins Shopping Centre and New World supermarket in St Martins, Christchurch".

Midday News for 23 June 2011

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Some Christchurch residents will find out the fate of their properties and Wellington cracks down on earthquake prone buildings.

Morning Business for 28 February 2011

Audio, Radio New Zealand

News from the business sector focusing on the impact of the Christchurch earthquake, the bulletin includes a market report.

Simon Morton: mucking in

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Host of the Radio New Zealand programme This Way Up, currently assisting friends in Christchurch affected by the earthquake.

Australian police formally farewelled from Christchurch

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Since the February earthquake, three hundred Australian police have travelled across the Tasman to support their New Zealand counterparts.

Fairfax Video, May 2012 (10)

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A video of an interview with Andreas Duenser, research scientist at the Human Interface Technology Laboratory, about an earthquake simulator at the University of Canterbury. The simulator was developed to help treat people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes. It allows people to relive their earthquake experiences in a safe environment to help them overcome their ordeals.

Photograph of the Canterbury Provincial Chambers Buildings on Durham Stree…

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An aerial photograph of the earthquake damage to a window of the Canterbury Provincial Chambers Buildings on Durham Street.