Earthquake
Farmers use Kaikōura's inland route for urgent milking
Dairy farmers in the quake-hit Kaikōura area have been able to get some stock out through the inland road, although the route remains officially closed to private vehicles.
Govt seeks post-quake crayfish stocks data
The government wants to know exactly how badly the crayfish fishery off the earthquake-affected east coast of the South Island has been depleted.
Engineers and earthquakes: A normal person's guide
Q & A - How do engineers check buildings? Why didn't Cuba St fall down? What's "safe"? Wellington structural engineer Nicki Vance busts some jargon.
New Kaikoura Museum opens post-quake
Kaikoura's new museum has opened, just a few days after the big planning opening that was scuppered by the earthquake. Remarkably the museum exhibits came through unscathed, a testament to the brand… Audio, Gallery
Winds delay demolition of office building
Demolition of the quake-damaged building at 61 Molesworth Street in Wellington has been delayed until tomorrow because of strong winds.
Kaikōura convoy damaged 'fragile' road
About 80 vehicles rolled out of the earthquake-hit town on the inland road - and Civil Defence is not planning another.
Kaikōura sport day blow out
A sports day planned for earthquake-hit Kaikōura locals has been cancelled because of high winds.
100 mall retailers shut for months
Pop-up shops could be the solution for stores closed by demolition at Lower Hutt's Queensgate mall.
Kaikōura locals urged to look out for thieves
Nearly two weeks on from the quake, Kaikōura police are urging locals to keep an eye out for thieves.
Demolition begins as Wgtn businesses struggle to pay staff
Wellington businesses are becoming frustrated by a lack of financial assistance as cordons remain in place and demolition begins after last week's earthquakes.
Family rescued from quake isolation after 11 days alone
A family trapped between two massive slips north of Kaikōura has been flown to safety. Video
On their way: Dozens leave Kaikōura by road
A driver in the first convoy of private vehicles to make it out of Kaikōura since last week's quake says the drive was a doddle. Video, Audio
Quake aftermath: Demolition of part of mall confirmed
A cinema complex and multi-floor parking space for 300 cars at Lower Hutt's Queensgate Shopping Centre will be urgently demolished. Video, Audio
Kaikōura wedding venue Cellar View closes for good
Cellar View owner Karen Barwick's colleague died in the Christchurch earthquake. She cannot face losing staff if a big aftershock hits. Video
Civil Defence criticises West Coast false quake alarm
The head of Civil Defence has rebuked West Coast Regional Council over a media release that warned of an imminent earthquake threat along the Alpine Fault. Video
Family cut off by landslides choppered to Kaikoura
A family cut off by two landslides since the quake hit last Monday have arrived in Kaikoura, where they will live for several months before being able to return home. Video, Audio
Wellington businesses closed due to quake cry out for help
Wellington businesses which have closed due to quake damage want the government's support package for Kaikoura extended to include the Capital. Audio
Earthquakes change the shape of Queensgate
Casual workers vulnerable after quake damage to ten year old Hutt building. Audio
Quake-hit Kaikōura farmers rely on fire trucks for water
Kaikōura farmers whose land has widespread damage are having to rely on water delivery from local fire trucks.
