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Work underway on Kaikoura slip
SH1 north of Christchurch remains closed following a major slip near Kaikoura on Friday night.

Earthquake poses problems for Fonterra, but all milk collected
Fonterra says the earthquake has damaged some milking sheds, but all milk has been collected from its Canterbury suppliers.

Kaikoura: Whale of a time
In the shadow of snow-capped peaks and dark, massive humps, Pamela Wade stands among giants.

Wet weather set to clear for weekend
The rain Aucklanders have copped today is likely to ease for a relatively fine but cool weekend.

Four rescued from stricken yacht
Two experienced sailors are in hospital - one with a fish hook in her right buttock - after a large wave disabled a yacht near Kaikoura early this morning.

Gales likely to hit South Island
A severe weather warning has been issued for the South Island after gales battered Wellington today.

A natural kai on the TransCoastal track
Jim Eagles finds the attractions of this rail route very much suit his tastebuds.

Kaikoura: Descent into the abyss
Paul Rush ventures into the domain of Kaikoura's majestic sperm whales.