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Helicopters are getting ready to go up and give emergency workers an overview of any fresh destruction.
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Heavy rain warnings across North Island
Tropical downpours are drenching the north of the North Island as thunderstorms loom over Northland, Auckland and Waikato.
'Twenty years of memories, gone'
Son reeling after family home containing all of late father's belongings razed.
Minister seeks changes in emergency law
Civil Defence minister wants the law governing emergencies improved.
Port Hills Fire: Aerial survey for ruins
A quieter night for firefighters as the deadly Port Hills wildfire enters its fifth day.
Burning battle in the hills
The Port Hills fires in Christchurch merged into one huge blaze, threatening houses and lives. About 1000 people left their homes as the fire reached 1850ha, creating a big challenge for firefighters. A state of emergency has been declared in Christchurch and Selwyn.
Missing elderly man found safe and well
Allan Gibson, 82, disappeared from the Mayfair Lifecare rest home about 6.30pm yesterday.
Stunning timelapse footage of fires
Watch: The wildfire races across a section of the Port HIlls, growing in intensity, in the timelapse footage.
Who said 40 homes had been destroyed?
Civil Defence's reports of houses destroyed by fire and evacuations over the past 24 hours have varied wildly.
Lucky escape for dream house
A Christchurch couple who were told that their home was lost in the Port Hills blaze, just hours after finally insuring it, appear to have had a lucky escape.
Number of damaged properties unknown
Exactly how many properties have been damaged by fires in Christchurch will not be known until much later, authorities say. And although
Watch NZH Focus: Civil Defence speaks on evacuation process
Tristram Clayton speaks to Civil Defence about the coordinated response to the State of Emergency in Christchurch.
Dead gorse perfect for wildfires
The gorse, grass and pines on the Port Hills are ideal plants to fuel the wildfires sweeping through the area.
Watch: Fire footage shows devastation
A photographer who surveyed the damage of the Port Hills fire from the air has shared the incredible images that show the devastation.
McCaw: 'It's nice to be able to help'
All Blacks legend speaks to NZME in his first interview since the wildfires.
Homes destroyed in Port Hills fires in Christchurch
Port Hills fire updates: Amazing images show the extent of the damage from the air, and just how close it came to some properties.
Mayors defend actions after criticism
Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel and Selwyn Mayor Sam Broughton have defended their handling of the Port Hills fire.
Watch NZH Focus: Latest update from Port Hills fire
Tristram Clayton brings you the latest updates from the Port Hills fire.
Two in hospital after smoke inhalation
The Canterbury DHB and the Asthma & Respiratory Foundation have issued warnings about smoke inhalation for those affected by the Port Hills fires.
Watch NZH Focus: Tragedy strikes twice for James Frost
James Frost lost his home in the 2011 earthquake and now he's watched his home burn down in the Port Hills blaze.
Port hills fire: Orange hearts show social media support
Kiwis are showing their support for those affected by the Port Hills fire and the firefighters working to put it out by making a statement
Skellerup posts 7.5pc drop in profit
Skellerup Holdings' first-half profit fell 7.5 per cent due to weaker sales to the mining sector in Australia and higher finance costs for a new factory in Christchurch.
Adventure Park committed to reopening
With a raging wild fire surrounding the Christchurch Adventure Park, the future is uncertain for the fledgling business.
'It's about as bad as it can be'
As a white shape emerged through the smoke, a stressed Port Hills homeowner saw what he needed to see: his family home of 20 years had survived the fire. So far.
Help for fire-evacuated pets
Contact the SPCA if you need a temporary home for a fire-evacuated pet
Watch NZH Focus: Cashmere residents wait in fear
Tristram Clayton is joined by Cashmere residents Chris & Emma Mugford about the fear they now face.
Watch: Livestream of Port Hills fire
Cameraman says Sugarloaf seems to be the hottest part of the fire.
Watch NZH Focus: Christchurch remains dry and hot
Laura McGoldrick is joined by Met Service Meteorologist Georgina Griffiths to discuss the latest weather updates.
Canterbury employers urged to be flexible
Employers need to be flexible and allow staff to tend to their families and properties in the wake of the Port Hills fire.
Anxious homeowners seek fire answers
Chaos and cordons as evacuated locals try to find out how their homes survived the night.
Sir Miles says fire won't drive him out
As fire spread down the hills above his beloved historic Ohinetahi homestead and gardens, Sir Miles Warren wasn't going anywhere.
PM heads to fire-stricken Christchurch
Prime Minister Bill English has scrapped his day's schedule to head to Christchurch instead.
Leave now, Cashmere Hills locals told
People in the Dyers Pass Rd area of the Cashmere Hills have been ordered to leave their properties immediately.
Port Hills: The faces behind the fire
Evacuated residents spend a restless night away from their homes in the path of the Port Hills fire. Some got terrible news this morning.