Kaikoura
Christmas in the Republic of Hat
Where exactly is the Republic of Hat and how do you spend Christmas there? We find out from a chap known as Hat who's lived in the area for more than 30 years. Audio
Nine to Noon Christmas special (part 2)
Kennedy Warne, Tommy Honey, Te Radar and Pinky Agnew help us bid farewell to 2016, with the help of Wellington chamber choir Nota Bene. Audio
How are things in Kaikoura?
Kathryn Ryan checks in with Kaikoura Maori warden, Ari Boyd. Since the earthquake last month a small team of local Maori Wardens have been on the go, checking on locals. Audio
Uplifted - marine life on the Kaikōura coast after the quake
The Kaikōura Peninsula was uplifted 1 metre during the magnitude 7.8 earthquake - and marine life on the rocky shore was left high and dry. Audio, Gallery
Uplifted - marine life on the Kaikōura coast after the quake
The Kaikōura Peninsula was uplifted 1 metre during the magnitude 7.8 earthquake - and marine life on the rocky shore was left high and dry.
AudioChristmas at Goose Bay
Liz Mahoney of the Goose Bay Motorcamp talks about how they're going as the road reopns after the Kaikoura earthquake. Audio
Embracing nature on the alternate route to Christchurch
The Department of Conservation wants Christmas holiday travellers to take their time and enjoy the sights on the alternate route between Picton and Christchurch. Video, Audio
NZers in Indonesia offer accommodation to Kaikoura locals
A NZ couple living in Indonesia has extended an offer of accommodation to those affected in the Kaikoura earthquake looking to de-stress and relax. Audio
Kaikoura cheese shop rolling again
After the Christchurch earthquakes, Daniel and Sarah Jenkins decided to pack up everything they own and move to Kaikoura. They opened Kaikoura Cheese and talked to our reporter Max Towle about getting… Audio
Kaikoura family facing homeless Christmas
Karana Barker and her four young children have been staying with friends after their home was destroyed in last month's earthquake. Max Towle took them back for an emotional visit. Video, Audio
Kaikoura celebrates as SH1 south reopens to daytime traffic
State Highway One south of Kaikoura has reopened to daytime traffic after it was closed due to 26 landslips caused by last month's devastating magnitude-7.8 earthquake. Video, Audio
Inland Road re-opening brings hope
The inland road to Kaikoura has finally reopened without restrictions, delighting locals. Max Towle talks to some of the first people to experience the drive. Audio
Fishers welcome reopening of Kaikoura fishery
A ban on gathering crayfish lifts in Kaikour but fishers expect the harbour to be unpredictable after last month's quake. Reporter Max Towle speaks with local skipper Paul Reinke. Audio
Low-tech solution keeps Kaikōura retailers in business
Customers can view products from Kaikoura's retailers on a website and then book a personal shopper to take them around stores using Facetime. Conan Young gives it a go. Video, Audio
Kaikōura locals delighted as inland road reopens
A bit bumpy, a bit hairy, but pretty much your typical country drive.
New round of earthquake checks ordered for 80 Wellington buildings
Owners of 80 buildings in Wellington are being ordered to do new earthquake checks, because the damage from last month's quake may be greater than previously thought. Audio
Researchers looking at Sperm Whales in Kaikoura's deep sea canyon
The Kaikoura quake gave sperm whales researchers a rare chance to Researchers studying sperm whales in Kaikoura's deep sea canyon say the last month's earthquakes have given them a rare chance to… Audio
Tourists return to Kaikoura as Inland Rd reopens
Kaikoura businesses say tourists are finally returning to the town five weeks after the 7.8 earthquake, as the Inland Road opens to traffic. Video, Audio
Kaikoura getting on with business
Kaikoura businessman Anton Evans talks about post-quake business. Audio
Looted, quake-stuck train moved
A freight train looted by thieves after it was stranded by last month's earthquake has been moved.
