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$443k spent on cathedral working group, with no result
The government spent $443,400 on a working group looking at the restoration of the quake damaged Christ Church Cathedral, but its fate has still not been agreed upon.
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From beach campaign, to saving school pool
A man who rallied the nation to buy an Abel Tasman beach is helping lead a new campaign - to rebuild his local community's earthquake-destroyed pool.
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A fire too close to home
A firsthand account of the Port Hills fire, by Kim Pflaum.
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The Central finally arrives at Christchurch's Arts Centre
It's been a long, long wait but Christchurch's Arts Centre finally has a contemporary art gallery space again - and it's just opened. It's the latest 'reveal' in the Arts Centre post-earthquake… Audio
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Christchurch Symphony Orchestra's 2017 season opens
The CSO launched its 2017 season with a concert titled Romeo & Juliet last week. Tony Ryan went along to see what the year has in store for Canterbury orchestra-goers. Audio
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Dateline Pacific morning edition for 27 February 2017
Audio 27 Feb 2017US free trade moves could accelerate PACER-Plus; West Papuan claims Australia deported him to PNG; Moves to boost Pasifika understanding in NZ public sector; A new satellite on order could bring high… Audio
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Chch rebuild offers training opportunity for Pasifika peoples
Audio 27 Feb 2017Six years after Christchurch's destructive 6.3 magnitude earthquake the rebuild programme is now being used to provide training for workers from the region. Audio
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Chch faces higher rates in draft council budget
Residents face higher-than-expected rates to pay for major projects, with the council promising $480m of investment in the next financial year.
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Chch rebuild: 'It's really going to be amazing'
Recovery authorities promise all but one of Christchurch's anchor projects will be under construction this year, as the city's rebuild hits its stride.
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Christchurch rebuild offers training for Pasifika peoples
Six years after Christchurch's destructive 6.3 magnitude earthquake the rebuild programme is now being used to provide training for workers from the Pacific. Twenty-four workers from Fiji, Tonga and… Audio
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Where is the Christchurch rebuild at six years on?
All but one of Christchurch's so called anchor projects will be under construction this year as the rebuild finally begins to hit its straps. Audio
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Tradewinds for 21 February 2017
New Zealand's foreign minister on Melanesian tour; the Kiribati Catholic Church is keen on tourism development but not on reviving the Russian Empire; Pacific workers join the rebuild of Christchurch.
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Christchurch, Kaikōura turn to Pacific for rebuild workers
The Kaikōura earthquake could create opportunities for Pacific workers helping with the Christchurch rebuild as part of a trades training programme.
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Port Hills fire: Two-thirds of fire under control
Civil Defence is assessing whether people will be able to get back into their properties on Early Valley and Kennedys Bush Roads in the Port Hills tonight. Video, Audio
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Chch cycleways disastrous for St Albans business
A Christchurch business owner says a multi-million dollar cycleway project is disastrous for his St Albans store.
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Port Hills fire: Couple's house destroyed after all-night vigil
With their home on the frontline of the fight against the Port Hills fire, Doug and Vikki Pflaum spent the night hoping, but in the morning the worst news came. Video
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Residency for building workers a good thing - Andrew Little
Labour Party leader Andrew Little would be happy to see foreign workers who are brought into the country to help build houses in Auckland qualify for permanent residency. Video
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Labour: NZers shouldn't miss out on work in construction boom
The Labour Party leader, Andrew Little, says foreign workers are going to needed to build more houses. But he says "It's not a reason to say we don't also invest in training and skiling New Zealanders… Audio
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Excavators onsite at SH1 slips
Work is set to begin next week to clear the largest slips blocking State Highway 1 between Kaikōura and Picton.
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Brownlee had no idea about potential Cera conflicts
Gerry Brownlee says he learned of allegations facing three former Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority staff the day before the story broke.
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CERA failed to maintain 'momentum' - report
The auditor-general has released a damning report on the now-defunct Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority, but Gerry Brownlee says it "misses the point".
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Under-investigation ex-Cera staffers stood down
Three former Cera staff facing allegations they tried to use their roles for financial gain have either stepped down, or been stood down, from their new government roles.
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CERA staff investigated over financial claims
Allegations that staff of the now-defunct Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority used their position for financial advantage are 'damaging', the minister responsible says.
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Crowded schools will use hallways, staff rooms as classrooms
Some children could find themselves learning in hallways, staff rooms and other makeshift classrooms this year because overcrowded schools don't have enough space.
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Chch earthquake battle with Tower entering 7th year
Greg Young successfully fought Tower Insurance in the High Court for not rebuilding his earthquake damaged home, but he says they are still refusing to play ball. Video, Audio
