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Asbestos risk in rebuild unprecedented - experts
Australian asbestos experts say the potential contamination problems facing earthquake-hit Christchurch are on a scale they have never seen before. Audio
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Council report says improvements still needed
A review of the Christchurch City Council's resource management functions has found there is no evidence of systemic failure, but improvements need to be made in a number of areas.
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Morning Report: local papers
Wednesday's headlines: New Census data shows Dunedin labour force is shrinking; Christchurch City Council may have to revisit its rebuild deal with the Crown; Brian Tamaki's right-hand man is setting…
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Labour win not a reflection on Govt, says candidate
The National candidate defeated in the Christchurch East by-election insists voters still support the Government's post-quake efforts, despite Labour's Poto Williams retaining the seat with a large…
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Study sought into health risks from rebuild
Public health experts in Christchurch are worried about the health risk from cancer-causing concrete dust due to rapid demolition and building in the earthquake-hit city. Audio
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Minister backs away from overruling council
Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee and Christchurch's mayor say they have had a constructive meeting and are on the same page regarding the future of residential development.
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Christchurch council confirms restructure plans
One of the biggest shake-ups of Christchurch City Council's senior management team in 10 years has been announced. The proposal includes the disestablishment of six general manager roles.
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Lack of communication hindering rebuild - report
A report from the Auditor-General has found the Canterbury rebuild is being hindered by a lack of communication between the three public entities running it.
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Christchurch East candidates debate rebuilding, insurance
Candidates standing in the Christchurch east by-election have taken part in a public debate discussing the problems faced by the quake-hit area.
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NZ boosts aid to Philippines
The New Zealand Government says it will provide a further $2 million in support to humanitarian efforts in the Philippines. Audio
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Filipino workers in Chch desperate for news from home
Audio 11 Nov 2013A group of Filipino carpenters, in Christchurch helping with the rebuild, are anxious for loved ones and family members back home and are desperate to hear some news. Audio
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Question Time for 7 November 2013
Audio 7 Nov 2013- DENIS O'ROURKE to the Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery: Is he satisfied with progress on all aspects of the Canterbury earthquake recovery?
- JACINDA ARDERN to the Minister of Police: Does…
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Residents reassured despite land risk
People living in Christchurch's Port Hills are being reassured they don't need to leave their homes, despite some houses posing a risk to life if there is a major rain storm or other extreme weather… Audio
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New housing initiatives announced for Christchurch
Christchurch's new mayor Lianne Dalziel says the council has dropped the ball in addressing the city's housing shortage but is committed to making amends.
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New vehicle sales soar
Sales of new vehicles soared in October with registrations of new commercial vehicles up 33%..
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Asbestos fears in Canterbury rebuild
Concern is growing in Canterbury about the way in which asbestos is being managed on work sites. Audio
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Developer calls for council to move on parking
A major Christchurch developer says the city council needs to get on and repair its car park buildings to support the central city rebuild.
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Christchurch housing plan on Labour's agenda
The Labour Party has pledged to put more resources into solving Christchurch's housing problems if it leads the next government.
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Southern Story for 31 October 2013 - Maori Trade Scheme
Audio 31 Oct 2013Katy Gosset meets members of a Maori trades collective who learnt their skills in the old Christchurch hostels and are now joining the rebuild to give something back. Audio
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Ngai Tahu wants to invest in Dunedin hospital rebuild
South Island iwi Ngai Tahu wants to become a major investor in a public-private partnership to rebuild Dunedin hospital. Audio
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Christchurch growth stalls
The pace of growth in Christchurch is showing signs of easing, suggesting bottlenecks in the rebuild process.
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Red zone resident ready to build, but land uncertainty remains
A Christchurch resident who plans to rebuild on his red zoned land says he is almost ready to start, but first wants to know whether the Government will compulsorily acquire his property.
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$17m boost for social housing in Christchurch
Christchurch's social housing supply is getting a $17.3 million boost from the Government and community organisations, allowing 51 homes to be built.
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Parakai School closes last local Maori classroom
A Ngati Whatua o Kaipara leader is challenging the Minister of Education to act after the closure of the last Maori classroom in its rohe.
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MP says building access for disabled should be best practice
Green Party MP Mojo Mathers has launched a petition urging the Government to make building access for people with disabilities a best practice goal, not a minimum compliance one.
