Canterbury Earthquakes
EQC to cut more than 500 staff
The Earthquake Commission has proposed cutting the number of staff in its offices nationwide by more than half by the start of next year.
EQC gets 20 calls a day wanting work reviewed
A landmark court settlement two months ago has led to a growing workload for the Earthquake Commission in Christchurch. Conan Young reports. Audio
Christchurch Cathedral Choir
The Christchurch Cathedral Choir's history goes back to 1881, and it's told in a new book. Peter Simpson, has researched and written Singing to God - and he's well qualified, having sung in the… Audio, Gallery
Christchurch Great Hall reopens to public
The Christchurch public will again be able to marvel at the beautiful Great Hall in the Arts Centre as it reopens its doors this weekend.
CTV quake investigation completed
The relatives of those who died in the CTV building collapse in Christchurch will soon find out whether anybody will be charged over the tragedy.
EQC to settle over liquefaction in 'world first'
The Earthquake Commission has started settling 4000 claims for increased liquefaction vulnerability, the first scenario of its kind in the world.
Canterbury mental health worries dominate committee debate
Worries about the mental health impacts of the Canterbury earthquakes dominated a fiery meeting at Parliament today. Audio
Insurance payout helps Lincoln Uni to surplus
Lincoln University has recorded its first profit in eight years thanks to a big insurance payout. The university's 2015 annual report shows the $27 million payment for damage caused by...
Council did not visit quarry sites: resident
The council's response to a group of Christchurch quarries wanting to dig below the water table is "just not good enough", a resident who lives near one of the quarries says.
Memorial bridge repairs win local award
The restoration of Christchurch's Bridge of Remembrance has been recognised with an prize at the Canterbury Heritage Awards.
'Massive day' for Christchurch icon
After suffering severe quake damage, the Christchurch Arts Centre's Great Hall - an "absolutely beautiful" piece of the city's heritage - has reopened. Video
Round two for Canterbury quake repairs
The Earthquake Commission could have a big job on its hands fixing quake damaged Christchurch homes for a second time.
CERA spent $5m on travel in 5 years
Staff at the now-defunct Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority spent more than $5 million on travel in five years, official figures show.
East Christchurch residents 'have been too nice' about red zone
Christchurch residents frustrated at being shut out of decision-making want the new agency in charge of the red zone to talk to them. Audio
Major Alpine Fault quake could severely damage Canterbury - research
The Canterbury Plains could suffer more damage than previously expected in an Alpine Fault quake - worse than some areas close to the fault. Video
Councils' insurer backs directors pay bump
The insurance company that covers most of New Zealand's city and district councils wants to raise its directors' fees by 15 percent.
Quake-hit workers have it better - survey
Canterbury workers affected by the earthquakes are more likely to have jobs and be better paid than people in similar roles elsewhere, a study shows.
Chamber urges Chch council 'to be brave'
Christchurch's leading business group is criticising city council plans to slow down its earthquake rebuild programme.
Chamber urges Chch council 'to be brave'
Christchurch City Council needs to be "staunch and brave" and move ahead with the rebuild rather than stalling it, Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce says.
Christchurch grass roots work continues to grow
The grass roots organisations that sprang up after the 2011 Canterbury earthquake are showing little sign of fading away, as life slowly returns to normal.
