Rebuilding earthquake-devastated Christchurch must not repeat the mistakes of Auckland and Wellington, says Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee. In a "State of Recovery" speech in Christchurch on Friday, Mr Brownlee said there had been "significant" progress in the rebuild and authorities hope to have the central city fully open by the middle of next year.
Photo by Getty Images Aug 27, 2012
Select your region to see news and weather for your area.