Christchurch Rebuild
Opus International announce that they have been awarded one of the conulstancies for leading design as part of the alliance to rebuild Christchurch
Canterbury Earthquake
Canterbury Earthquake Press Releases, New Zealand
Govt $6.85M support package will be welcomed
Gerry Brownlee and David Carter announce a needs-based support package of $6.5M via Canterbury Business Recovery Group (CBRG) spokesperson Peter Townsend
IRD Flexible towards Earthquake Victims
Inland Revenue will take account of the impact of this week’s huge Christchurch earthquake when dealing with the tax matters of individuals and businesses affected, Revenue Minister Peter Dunne said today.
Repair of Earthquake Damaged Christchurch City Council Pools
Swimming pools at QEII, Pioneer and Centennial Recreation and Sport Centres will undergo repair work this year to correct damage caused by the September earthquake.
New Year’s Eve celebration in Cathedral Square Update
The Christchurch City Council update residents on whether or not the traditional New Year’s Eve celebration in Cathedral Square will go ahead.
Check For Earthquake Drain Damage
Council waste water staff are urging Christchurch householders to check their properties for possible storm water and waste water pipe damage that may have been caused by the earthquake.
Additional Free Parking in Christchurch Central City Following Earthquake
The Christchurch City Council is increasing free parking in the central city in a move to attract shoppers into the area over the Christmas-New Year holiday period.
Rubble and Cordons Clearing in Christchurch Following Earthquake
Council is systematically working to clear the remaining rubble from Christchurch streets.
More Builders in Canterbury to be Licensed Following Earthquake
Confidence among consumers and accountability among builders are at the heart of moves to get more tradespeople licensed in Canterbury. Tomorrow the Department of Building and Housing will host a licensing expo at Christchurch Boys’ High School between 9am and 5pm aiming to further increase the number of licensed builders rebuilding Canterbury.
EQC Geotechnical Report Following Canterbury Earthquake is Positive
Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has welcomed the release of the Earthquake Commission’s Stage 1 geotechnical report into land damage caused by the Canterbury earthquake.
Stronger Christchurch Update Following Earthquake (22 October)
Work is continuing following the 4 September earthquake with key tasks focused on infrastructure, welfare, buildings, natural environment, business and rural issues. Silt collection is winding down.
Canterbury Earthquake Appeal Charity Psychic Night
The Psychic Events is organising and hosting a charity event. New Zealand Red Cross will benefit by the profits of the event for their continued support to help those who lost their homes and businesses during the Canterbury Earthquake Disaster.
Fletcher Project Manage Canterbury Earthquake Repairs
Earthquake recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has congratulated Fletcher Construction on its appointment by the Earthquake Commission to run its Canterbury earthquake project management office.
Geotechnical Report following Canterbury Earthquake
The geotechnical report delivered by engineers to the Earthquake Commission states that the majority of land can and will be fixed. Gerry Brownlee has issued a timeline leading to public release of information. Information from the geotechnical report will be released in conjunction with decisions on what will be done to address the damage in each affected area, so as to minimise stress to residents.
Government helping Canterbury Builders Become Licensed Following Earthquake
The Government is helping Canterbury builders, tradespeople and designers become licensed building practitioners so they can be involved with rebuilding Canterbury following the earthquake.
Stronger Christchurch Update Following Earthquake (4 October)
The Christchurch City Council, alongside other agencies, continues to work on the recovery phase following the 4 September earthquake.
Earthquake Recovery Commissioners
Earthquake recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee has announced members of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Commission, whose establishment is a requirement of the Canterbury Earthquake Response and Recovery Act 2010.
Christchurch Update (24 September) Following Earthquake
The Christchurch City Council, alongside other agencies, continues to work on the recovery phase following the 4 September earthquake. This is focused on the key areas of infrastructure, welfare, buildings, natural environment, business and rural issues. The Council has been in direct contact with those worst affected as well as keeping the community informed through paid advertising, public meetings, website updates, leaflet and letter drops, house and business visits.
Government Assistance for Canterbury Heritage Following Earthquake
The government will contribute up to $10 million to assist repair, restore, and strengthen heritage and character buildings in Canterbury that have been damaged by the earthquake.
Property logjam of concern in Canterbury
The New Zealand Law Society’s Property Law Section says a difficult situation is emerging with property settlements in the area affected by the Canterbury earthquake, and it may need government intervention.