Craig Mc Culloch

Most primary and secondary students in Christchurch will return to school on Monday, but a lucky few have already been back to class. For others it'll be a longer wait. Audio

Back now to Christchurch where today some schools are opening for the first time since Saturday's earthquake. Audio

It's been a relatively quiet night in Canterbury - much to the relief of residents and emergency workers. Audio

Many people have abandoned their homes in Avonside, but those who remain are determined to stay put. Audio

Buses are back on the streets of Christchurch, but some of the trips were fraught with problems. Both bus drivers and passengers were left confused, because the changing city cordon meant the buses… Audio

Our reporter Craig McCulloch is out in Christchurch at the central access point to the inner city cordon. He joins us now. Audio

Our reporter Craig McCulloch is out in central Christchurch. He joins us now. Audio

A small number of Whakatane residents are still waiting for the all-clear to return home after flooding forced their evacuation. Audio

The New Zealand Army Band has finished its final rehearsal before it heads overseas to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Audio

Reactions on the soccer World Cup final. Audio

Around the world Spanish fans/Dutch fans are celebrating the victory of their side. Audio

There are just minutes to go in the World Cup final. Audio

Around the country and around the world, Spanish and Dutch fans are gathering to cheer on their team - each in the expectation their side will be the World Cup champions. Audio

More than half a billion people people are expected to watch the Football World cup Final. Audio

A new survey reveals most British shoppers don't care which country their food comes from. Audio

Some New Zealand businesses are losing confidence in the economy and are uncertain about the future. Audio

The police in Christchurch say a new nighttime ban on cruising seems to have reduced the number of boyracers on the roads, but some car enthusiasts say it won't be long before trouble starts up again.

There's overwhelming support in Timaru for one of the south island's richest men whose assetts and businesses have been taken over by the Government. Audio

Football fever is building as the All Whites gear up to take on Italy in the World Cup on Monday night. Audio

A number of Dunedin business owners are threatening legal action against Mercury Energy after it enticed them to switch power companies then withdrew the savings it had promised. Audio