Hanmer Springs Earthquake
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.
Farmer apologises for claims Goose Bay evacuation was an 'overreaction'
A farm owner near Kaikōura who claimed Civil Defence's decision to evacuate Goose Bay was an overreaction now says the order to get out was correct.
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
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.
Kirwan to Kaikōura: 'It's good to cry'
Former All Black Sir John Kirwan has encouraged residents in the earthquake-isolated town to get help if they cannot cope. Video
Still risk of dam breach
The pool of water at Goose Bay is 200 to 300 metres long, 10m wide and up to 10m deep, Civil Defence says.
Quake aftermath: Four more Wellington buildings to be demolished
Another four Wellington buildings will be demolished, while at least 3000 public servants cannot go into their offices. Audio
Road in ruins: Kaikōura land access could take weeks
Barely able to stay on her seat, RNZ reporter Maja Burry travelled the inland road to Kaikōura. Audio
Kaikōura realising 'enormity' of quake aftermath - Key
Fear is starting to set in as the enormity of the situation following last week's earthquakes emerges in Kaikōura, the Prime Minister says. Video
