Post-quake women want dresses

Cancelled census cost $65 million

The 2011 census cost $65 million – though not a single piece of data was collected.

Lack of fresh data still costing us

The 2011 census was the most expensive survey New Zealand never had, costing $65 million.

City's walking tracks reopen

Walkers have welcomed the reopening of several popular Christchurch tracks, with more expected to be cleared of earthquake hazards this year.

Quake-hit Port Hills tracks reopen

Walkers have welcomed the reopening of several popular Christchurch tracks, with more expected to be cleared of earthquake hazards this year.

Self-made millionaire by 19

2012 a year of protest, upheaval

A unique view of our changing city

A new year brings a new perspective on Christchurch as demolition leaves the central city bereft of landmarks.

Owner plans to 'fix, open' IRD building

The owner of the Inland Revenue Department building in Cashel St has drawn up plans to rescue the formerly condemned building.

Owner plans to 'fix, open' IRD building

Honours for quake work

All sectors should 'have their say' on city's future

Retail boss says change coming for Christchurch

The woman who has led prominent Christchurch department store Ballantynes through the city's earthquakes says the "momentum of change" is starting to sweep across the quake-hit city.

Major overhaul planned for New Brighton

The quake-damaged, graffiti-ridden Christchurch seaside suburb of New Brighton may soon get a big boost, after decades of neglect.

Christchurch school crime drops by 30 percent

A massive 30 per cent drop in school crime could be to do with the comradeship inspired by earthquakes, a principal has said.

Chch retailers relieved after sales

Many Christchurch retailers are relieved with a bumper boxing day week, after customers turned out for massive sales.

Tradies ending Christchurch man drought

Single ladies of Canterbury have something to celebrate as Christchurch comes back from the dust.

Schools shake-up PR job from hell

The merger of Christchurch schools and the launch of an earthquake recovery plan were among the toughest public relations jobs in 2012.

Education shakeup PR job from hell

The merger of Christchurch schools and the launch of an earthquake recovery plan were among the toughest public relations jobs in 2012.

Gondola due to reopen in March

Young designer committed to ChCh

Constructive role a source of fulfilment

After studying architectural design, Will King decided he wanted to be part of the rebuild.

Foreigners flood in for Chch rebuild

Christchurch's international work force is ramping up.

Foreigners flood in for city rebuild

Christchurch's international work force is ramping up.

Christchurch demolition crews get into festive spirit

Demolition crews around Christchurch have been busy - not knocking down buildings - but raising funds for the city mission's lunch.

Kiwi churches celebrate Christmas

New Zealand churches have celebrated Christmas today with services around the country.

Christchurch 2012: Rebuilding a shattered city

The aftershocks have all but stopped, but few in Christchurch dare mention the easing of the earth's fury."We're all desperately trying not to invoke the potential for another disaster," says Mayor Bob Parker.Instead, after two...

Forsyth Barr building may be repaired

The Forsyth Barr building's owners have not yet made a decision to demolish or repair the high rise across from Victoria Square.

Quake weary staff get Xmas wings

A travel company has given 100 of its staff affected by the Christchurch earth-quakes a special Christmas bonus. House of Travel has paid more than $100,000 for the Canterbury staff to fly to the Gold Coast with a partner and stay...

Rivals compete for central site

The race to develop City Mall is all on with one would-be developer confirming its first land purchase and a new contender emerging for the site.

Quakes reduce mental health stigma

Canterbury's earthquakes have helped break down some of the stigma around mental illness, says a new Christchurch mental health leader.

Two-year deadline to start AIG rebuilds

New Zealand's biggest insurer plans to finish all its earthquake rebuild and repair work by 2015.

Two-year deadline to start IAG rebuilds

New Zealand's biggest insurer plans to finish all its earthquake rebuild and repair work by 2015.

Quake-affected couple suffer second devastating loss

A couple who left Christchurch after losing everything in the February quake have now had their business destroyed again in a devastating fire.

Year passes since last damaging quake

Twelve months have passed since the last damaging earthquakes hit Canterbury. 

Sacred relic found in convent wreckage after Christchurch quake

The nuns at Nazareth House convent in Christchurch have received an early Christmas present - the discovery of a sacred ceremonial vessel.

EQC frustrations inspire song

A Christchurch band has written a song that parodies the many frustrations experienced by homeowners who are unhappy with the Earthquake Commission (EQC). 

Priceless relic found in convent rubble

Catholic nuns from the under-deconstruction Nazareth House convent in Christchurch have been given a surprise early Christmas present.

Engineer complaints force full inquiry

An Institute of Professional Engineers (IPENZ) investigation into Christchurch complaints against Earthquake Commission (EQC) engineer Graeme Robinson has been escalated into a full inquiry.

Feb 22 service venue chosen

Latimer Square will be Christchurch's main public venue for next year's second earthquake anniversary commemorations.

What we've learned from the quakes

Life lessons from the heart

What have the past two years taught us? What lessons have people learnt from the turmoil which began with that first earthquake on September 4, 2010, and in the time since?

Demo company to restore Christchurch heritage site

A demolition company's stepped in to save of one of Christchurch’s prized heritage buildings.

Cathedral Square to open over Christmas-New Year

Cathedral Square in Christchurch will partially reopen over the Christmas-New Year period, allowing the public to see first-hand the dramatic change that has taken place in the heart of the city.The red zone cordon in place at the...

Peterborough Apartments saved

The historic Peterborough Apartments will be saved after construction company Ceres bought the earthquake-damaged building and pledged to spend at least $25 million on its restoration.

Cathedral Square to partially reopen

Christchurch's Cathedral Square will partially reopen over the holiday break.

Two-year wait for some Chch homeowners

Quake-affected Christchurch homeowners insured by IAG could face a two-year wait to have their home repaired or rebuilt.

'Chopping down' a legacy

A structural engineer believed to have designed the most buildings in central Christchurch has returned to the city where much of his life's work is in ruins.

Stress levels still high in Chch

Christchurch is home to the most stressed people in the country, a survey has found.

Stress levels still high in Christchurch

Christchurch is home to the most stressed people in the country, a survey has found.

Another year of quake coverage

Campbell Live reflects on another year of quake coverage in Christchurch.

Brownlee loses zoning decision appeal

Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has lost his appeal against a High Court ruling in July that he acted unlawfully when he used his wide-ranging powers under the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Act in a land zoning decision...

Contractor investigated over fraud claims

A contractor involved in the Christchurch rebuild is being investigated following allegations of fraud.

River precinct first on rebuild list

Christchurch’s river precinct and the city’s green 'frames' will be the first projects to kick off the rebuild of the central business district.

Work on river park to start mid-2013

Construction of a "gutsy'' new river park in Christchurch will start in the middle of next year, the government announced today.

Canterbury rebuild boosts economy

Canterbury's residential and non-residential building construction activity helped New Zealand's economy grow 0.2 per cent in the three months to September 30.

Brownlee loses airport land appeal

The Court of Appeal says Gerry Brownlee was wrong to use his wide-ranging powers to rezone land around Christchurch.

Cera unveils plan for Christchurch waterfront development

Christchurch will have a waterfront park development stretching for 3km along the Avon River as one the first key projects in the central city rebuild, announced today.A multi-company consortium led by Opus was named today as the...

Roadworks continue over festive season

Lower traffic volumes over the festive season will give the Stronger Christchurch Infrastructure Rebuild Team (Scirt) the chance to work on significant infrastructure projects.

Two alleged cases of rebuild corruption

Two alleged cases of corrupt practices by contractors and officials involved in the Christchurch rebuild are under investigation.