Sources: Stuff TVNZ
The state of emergency in New Zealand following the 2011 Canterbury earthquake is extended for another week. 2011-04-12
A memorial service is held in Christchurch, New Zealand, for the victims of the 2011 Canterbury earthquake. 2011-03-18
New Zealand authorities state that they have given up finding survivors from the 2011 Canterbury earthquake with the final death toll expected to be approximately 240. 2011-03-3
A dust storm hits Christchurch, New Zealand, hampering the recovery efforts from the 2011 Canterbury earthquake. 2011-03-2
New Zealand holds a two-minute silence in respect for the victims of the 2011 Canterbury earthquake. 2011-03-1
New Zealand police evacuate 60 properties in Christchurch suburbs after cracks from the 2011 Canterbury earthquake appear in cliffs. 2011-02-28
The Prime Minister of New Zealand John Key calls for two minutes of silence on Tuesday March 1 at 12:51 pm, exactly one week after the earthquake. 2011-02-26
The Prime Minister of New Zealand calls an emergency Cabinet meeting while Bob Parker, the Mayor of Christchurch, declares a state of emergency. 2011-02-22
An earthquake of 6.3 magnitude strikes the region of Canterbury in the South Island of New Zealand, disrupting communications to the area and closing Christchurch Airport. 2011-02-22
The New Zealand Fire Service confirms that there have been at least 65 deaths resulting from the earthquake with the city of Christchurch not having enough ambulances. 2011-02-22