Article - Businesswire Quake throws lifeline to building industry; Fletcher, Steel & Tube shares riseBy Jason KruppSept 6 (BusinessDesk) – The 7.1 magnitude pre-dawn earthquake that shattered Christchurch may be the most significant economic disaster in recent history, but it will provide a much-needed lifeline for New Zealand’s beleaguered construction sector.The industry has been poised on the brink of collapse, according to a New Zealand Institute of Economic Research report... more>

Article - Businesswire Quake to push Kiwi bond yields by Jonathan Underhill Sept. 6 (BusinessDesk) – New Zealand government bond yields are likely to rise in the wake of the Canterbury earthquake, though the effects are likely to be short-term.The earthquake “will possibly have a short-term effect,” said Andrew Michl, who helps manage $2.5 billion in fixed income and cash at ING (NZ) Ltd. The Earthquake Commission may sell some of its holdings of New Zealand government bonds to... more>

SPORTS AWARD: New Zealand's Carla Hohepa has today been named the IRB Women's Personality of the Year 2010, the third of the prestigious IRB Awards in association with Emirates Airline to be presented this year. Hohepa was presented with the Award after the Women's Rugby World Cup final which saw New Zealand narrowly beat England 13-10 at the Twickenham Stoop in London. Hohepa finished the tournament as joint leading try scorer with seven, including a leap across the whitewash in the final... more>

New Zealand Labour Party Phil Goff Leader of the Labour Party 6 September 2010 Media Statement Congratulations to the Black Ferns on fourth consecutive title Labour Leader Phil Goff today congratulated the Black Ferns on defending their title as World Champions. “The hard fought victory is the fourth consecutive title for the Black Ferns at the Rugby World Cup,” Phil Goff said. “This is a fantastic achievement. Few teams can lay claim to such an impressive... more>

New Zealand Government Rt Hon John Key Prime Minister 6 September 2010 Media Statement PM congratulates Black Ferns on victory Prime Minister John Key today congratulated the Black Ferns on their achievement in winning an unprecedented fourth consecutive women's Rugby World Cup title. The Black Ferns clinched victory over England earlier this morning 13-10 at Twickenham. "The Black Ferns have won the last three women's Rugby World Cup tournaments, and winning a fourth title is... more>

Article - Businesswire NZ dollar largely unscathed on Christchurch quake after rising on US jobs By Paul McBeth Sept. 6 (BusinessDesk) – The New Zealand dollar pared Friday’s gains after Christchurch was hit by a 7.1 magnitude earthquake on the weekend, having advanced on a stronger-than-expected U.S. employment report. America shed 54,000 jobs last month, almost half of what was expected, stoking investors’ appetite for risk-sensitive currencies such as the kiwi... more>

Television New Zealand JOHN KEY interviewed by PAUL HOLMES   PAUL Prime Minister John Key got into Christchurch yesterday afternoon to check out the damage and to show solidarity with his old home town. He flew home again last night, and is with us on Q+A this morning, thank you for coming in. How big is this in Canterbury? JOHN KEY - Prime Minister Well I think it's very big, I mean you can see the superficial damage as we survey the city this morning as we did... more>

Press Release: Salvation Army DONATIONS: Salvation Army Partners With Westpac To Get Earthquake Victims Back On Their Feet The Salvation Army is delighted with Westpac’s announcement that it will establish the Westpac Canterbury Care Fund and work with The Salvation Army to assist those requiring food, shelter and care following the Canterbury earthquake. Westpac has set aside $1 million for the Westpac Canterbury Care Fund. The Salvation Army will be a primary partner. Commissioner Don... more>

RUGBY WORLD CUP: The New Zealand Black Ferns have won the IRB Women’s Rugby World Cup for the fourth successive time, beating home favourites England 13-10 in an epic final. Having only lost three times in their playing history, the Black Ferns were worthy winners in a match both sides desperately wanted to win. With only one converted try from each side, it was a penalty from second five Kelly Brazier that eventually separated the sides after a thrilling and tense 80 minutes of... more>

INTERNATIONAL NETBALL: Australia has etched its name on the inaugural Constellation Cup and took the first step towards a Commonwealth Games gold medal with fierce and feisty 46-40 victory over a faltering New Zealand in Auckland on Sunday. The Silver Ferns handed Australia their second-heaviest defeat (19 goals) in Wellington on Thursday, but that is now a distant memory. Over 9000 fans were left asking was that win a fluke as New Zealand crumbled under final-quarter pressure to a six-goal... more>