Marlborough
Virtual Kaikoura Shopping: Ina Kinski
An entrepreneurial Southlander has come to the aid of Kaikoura retailers. A virtual personal shopper will take people around the town to make their purchases. The brainchild of Ina Kinski is a bid to… Audio
Rural quake damage tipped at $40m
Rural insurance company FMG has received about 700 insurance claims from 500 businesses.
Marlborough residents say stress of continual quakes too much to bear
Marlborough residents made homeless by the earthquake now face the lengthy task of rebuilding their homes. Video, Audio
Kaikoura quake is causing havoc for the town's real estate mark
The Kaikoura quake is causing havoc for people wanting to sell their homes - but people looking to purchase a house are finding some unexpected opportunities. Video, Audio
Kaikoura tourism operator on why SH1 needs to open
Despite legislation fast-tracking quake repair work in Kaikoura, it will be months before the town can cash in on tourism. Destination Kaikoura's General Manager joins Checkpoint. Audio
Kaikoura whale watch businesses face months out of the water
It may be months before the Kaikoura harbour floor can be dredged, and whale watch boats can't operate until it is. Kauahi Ngapora, the CEO of Whale Watch Kaikoura, joins Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Tourists cancel Picton bookings over quake fears
International tourists mistakenly think Picton is affected by the earthquakes and are staying away, the town's moteliers say.
Picton moteliers tell tourists they're open for business
While accommodation providers in Kaikoura are feeling the brunt of the quakes, moteliers in Picton say they are facing cancellations too. Audio
Kaikoura motelliers worried as holidaymakers cancel bookings
Kaikoura moteliers are worried about the summer ahead, because holidaymakers are cancelling their plans to stay in the quake-hit town. Video, Audio
First convoy of civilian vehicles allowed back to Kaikoura
The first convoy of 50 private cars has made it to Kaikoura on the inland route - but bad weather meant the return trip back to Kaikoura had to be called off. Video, Audio
Council warns Ward still at risk from landslides
Four households south of the Marlborough town have been advised not to stay there at night.
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.
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.
Quake affected Kaikoura residents urged to seek emotional help
Kaikoura residents feeling overwhelmed after last week's quake are being urged to seek help if they're finding things tough - as the Recovery Assistance Centre is currently seeing more than a hundred… Audio
First Kaikoura drive-out planned this afternoon
RNZ Reporter Ian Telfer has the latest on plans to temporarily open the emergency inland route in and out of Kaikoura to motorists stranded in the quake stricken town. Audio
Businesses fear for livelihood
As Kaikoura enters what is meant to be peak season, businesses are worried for their livelihoods. Some of those businesses headed to the local pub to talk to Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Travelling along the Inland Road to Kaikoura
A convoy of 31 Defence Force trucks set off from Culverden to reach Kaikoura on the Inland Road this morning. RNZ reporter Maja Burry went with them. Video, Audio
Where in Kaikōura is open for business?
Kaikoura businesses are hoping customers are able to come back to the town soon - but what is, and isn't, open? Sally Murphy finds out. Video, Audio
One to three weeks before Inland Rd opens
It could be another three weeks before the Inland Road to Kaikoura opens. RNZ reporter Maja Burry joined the Defence Force's largest convoy into Kaikoura today. Video, Audio
PM says fear setting in, in Kaikoura
The Prime Minister, John Key, says fear is starting to set in in Kaikoura, as it becomes apparent just how long the quake recovery could take. Audio
