Checkpoint

Tourists, including children and a heavily pregnant woman, have been evacuated from Kaikoura. But one Belgium tourist says the government's response looks bad compared to the Chinese's. Audio

Sixty Chinese nationals were among the first tourists to be evacuated from quake-hit Kaikoura. They left on helicopters paid for by the Chinese consulate. Audio

RNZ reporter Mei Heron reports from near Molesworth St, which has been closed over concerns about a building. Audio

Upper Hutt and Lower Hutt experienced a month's worth of rainfall in the last 24 hours. Wellington Mayor Justin Lester joins Checkpoint live to discuss the latest developments. Audio

Severe rain and wind have caused extensive flooding and slips throughout Wellington and Marlbourough today, cutting off road access in some parts. NZTA's Mark Owen has the latest. Audio

Ari Boyd is a Maori warden. After a terrifying night, she's has been helping all day outside the Kaikoura medical centre. Audio

GNS principal scientist Kelvin Berryman joins Checkpoint as aftershocks continue. Audio

British tourist Jade Rolph was staying at Mt Lyford lodge for a cycle tour when the quake hit. She plans to spend tonight in a tent in case there's another big shake. Audio

The All Blacks have dominated World Rugby Awards in London, winning team of the year. Beauden Barret won men's player of the year. Audio