Canterbury
The plight of Kaikoura's bees
Since the 7.8 magnitude earthquake jolted North Canterbury on Monday, the HMNZS Canterbury has evacuated about 640 people, 9.3 tonnes of baggage, a cat, 17 dogs. And, about 30,000 bees. But South… Audio
Environment group goes to court to protect Mackenzie Country
The Environmental Defence Society has filed court proceedings to try to stop farmers turning arid Mackenzie Country land into irrigated pasture.
Tourists stuck in Kaikōura as road restrictions drag on
Tourists with campervans or vehicles in Kaikōura are settling for the long haul, with inland access to the town blocked off and no indication of when it will reopen. Video
Tough end-of-term for Kaikōura High School
As you pull into Kaikōura High School, it's hard not to notice the line of portaloos and red tape, reports Sally Murphy. Video
Crayfish and pāua fisheries shut down on quake-hit coast
Crayfish and pāua fisheries have been closed around Kaikōura until more is known about the impact of the earthquakes on stocks. Audio
Mt Lyford residents frustrated at limited inland road access
Some residents in Mount Lyford are frustrated they are only being allowed to drive to homes through the earthquake damaged inland road, under controlled access with twice daily convoys. Video, Audio
Inland road to Kaikoura remains closed
Civil Defence says it's now unsure when the Inland Road between Kaikoura and Culverdon will reopen, stranding people who expected to soon be able to leave. Conan Young reports. Video, Audio
Business as usual for Kaikoura whale watchers
Five sperm whales were spotted yesterday by Kauahi Nga Pora and his team at Whale Watch Kaikoura. It's business as usual, Kauahi says. Video, Audio
Road to Kaikoura to take longer to open than expected
People trapped in Kaikoura were told they should have access to the inland road this week - but today they were told it might be longer before it reopens, leaving them at a loss at what to do. Video, Audio
Kaikoura quake - Wellington buildings
More Wellington CBD building have closed because of earthquake worries. Audio
Kaikoura quake - Pupils sit exams at Kaikoura High
Kaikoura High School principal John Tait fills us in on what's happening at the school in the quake-hit town. Audio
Fighting for your livelihood
A spike in aggravated dairy robberies across the country has placed many owner/operators in danger. The Police Association says drug users needing cash are targeting dairies, many of which are owned… Audio
Fighting for your livelihood
A spike in aggravated dairy robberies across the country has placed many owner/operators in danger. The Police Association says drug users needing cash are targeting dairies, many of which are owned…
AudioThe impact of the coastal uplift on marine life
Kathryn Ryan speaks to Australian marine scientist Ceridwen Fraser who has made a weekend dash over here for the scientific opportunity of a lifetime - to study the uplift of the North East coastline… Audio, Gallery
Post-quake insurance woes for buyers and sellers
What are the possible fish hooks for home buyers looking for insurance in the aftermath of the big Kaikoura shake? Kathryn Ryan talks to Sam Mc Intyre from Tall Poppy real estate as well as Dean… Audio
Christchurch quake veterans pass on wisdom to Kaikoura
Christchurch's earthquake in February 2011 killed 185 people - now some Christchurch locals are offering advice to those most affected by this week's shake.
Kaikoura: Don't let darkness creep in
First Person - Max Towle was in Christchurch when the 2011 quake hit. He knows first-hand that Kiwis are a resilient lot, but they still need help.
Kaikoura outdoor church service welcomes all faiths
About 200 people have attended an emotional outdoor interdenominational church service in Kaikoura this morning.
Shaken into action
When disaster strikes, the demand for news is immediate and intense - but the chaos makes it much harder for the media to get what people want. Mediawatch looks at how reporters and editors responded… Audio
The local voice Kaikoura has missed
After 18 years on air, Kaikoura's only radio station shut down in September. Its founder tells Mediawatch Blue FM could have been a godsend for people desperate for news they could use after the… Video, Audio
