Earthquake strikes Canterbury region

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A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Canterbury Monday night. Four thousand people reportedly felt the quake, which was centred 30 kilometres west of Methven. GNS Science seismologist Dr Jonathan Hanson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Object Overview: Canterbury region earthquake source identification and ch…

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Object Overview of 'Canterbury region earthquake source identification and characterisation (Kingsbury and Pettinga, 2008).'

Object Overview: Updated probabilistic seismic hazard assessment for the C…

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Object Overview for 'Updated probabilistic seismic hazard assessment for the Canterbury region (Stirling et al, 2007) and Updated probabilistic seismic hazard assessment for the Canterbury region: addendum report (Stirling et al, 2008)'.

Large aftershock shakes Canterbury

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Canterbury was hit last night by a large aftershock, a month to the day since a seven point one magnitude earthquake struck the region.

Canterbury cemeteries damaged in quake

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Some Christchurch residents fear there's a risk to the region's history if headstones damaged by September's 7.1 magnitude earthquake are not repaired.

Another large aftershock rattles Canterbury

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Canterbury has been hit by a large aftershock, a month to the day since a seven point one magnitude earthquake rocked the region.

Object Overview: Updated probabilistic seismic hazard assessment for the C…

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Object overview for 'Updated probabilistic seismic hazard assessment for the Canterbury region: addendum report'.

Canterbury region earthquake source identification and characterisation

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This study updated and superseded Earthquake hazard and risk assessment study Stage 1 Part A: Earthquake source identification and characterisation (Pettinga et al, 1998). It compiled and tabulated all relevant available information on earthquake sources in Canterbury and updated the active faults database with new fault locations and information. See Object Overview for background and usage information.

Christchurch Press Infographic: 10 July 2012 (2), Canterbury version

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An infographic comparing job growth in the Canterbury region with other South Island regions.

North Canterbury farmers take another hit

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Farmers in North Canterbury say the earthquake is another blow to a region which has battled drought and volatile lamb and dairy markets

Nisbet, Alistair, 1958- :'CHCH Show Homes for the tsunami conscious...'. 1…

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Shows various sized boats for the 'tsunami-conscious' as show homes in Christchurch. Context: There is anxiety about the potential for a local source tsunami but the Christchurch City Council says on its website that there will be no time to issue an official warning for a local source tsunami. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Land Information to re-survey Canterbury's landscape

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In Canterbury, work has started on re-surveying the region's landscape, following the 7.1-magnitude earthquake in September.

Christchurch Earthquake appeal.

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Site of the official New Zealand Government appeal to help the people of Christchurch and the Canterbury region following the Feb. 22 earthquake.

Tourism slowly recovering in Canterbury after difficult days

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After commemorating the anniversary of last year's deadly earthquake in Christchurch, many are now looking to the region's future.

Canterbury. THE CLEANUP. 6 September 2010

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A man stares at an enormous roadsign reading 'Cleanup' that dwarfs a smaller one pointing to Canterbury. Refers to the damage resulting from the Christchurch earthquake of 4th September 2010. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Object Overview: Earthquake hazard and risk assessment study Stage 1 Part …

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Object Overview of 'Earthquake hazard and risk assessment study Stage 1 Part B: Probabilistics seismic hazard assessment and earthquake scenarios for the Canterbury region, and historic earthquakes in Christchurch (Stirling et al, 1999).'

Christchurch beer industry adapts to survive

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The Canterbury earthquakes have shaken up many of the region's industries - and beer brewing is no exception.

"Did you read this George? The Regional Council says rural people should b…

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A woman sits at the breakfast table reading the paper - As her husband comes through the door behind her she comments that the 'Regional Council says rural people should be checking their septic tanks!' Her husband is covered in muck and surrounded by flies - he has clearly been taking the council's advice. Refers to the news that the Canterbury Regional Council is encouraging rural residents with septic tanks to check their wastewater system for any signs of damage following September's earthquake. (Radio NZ News 5 November 2010) Both colour and black and white versions of this cartoon are available Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Scott, Thomas, 1947-:'Whoa! Is this another quake?' 21 September 2010

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A house rocks in the night but the occupants are reassured that it is not 'another quake', only an aftershock, which although it causes the walls to crumble is nothing to worry about. Refers to the Canterbury earthquake of 4th September and the dozens of aftershocks that cause continuing tension and anxiety. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Canterbury from the air... AFTERSHOCKS. 6 September 2010

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The word 'AFTERSHOCKS' appears printed across the Canterbury landscape. Text reads 'Canterbury from the air...' Refers to the earthquake of 4th September and the frequent aftershocks that continued for at least two weeks. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

First signs Canterbury returning to normal after quake

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There are the first signs of the Canterbury region returning to normal, six days after the massive earthquake devastated much of Christchurch and its surroundings.

Nisbet, Alastair, 1958- :'Sob!'. 6 September 2012

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On the second anniversary of the 2010 earthquake Canterbury weeps. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Tremor Strike. Simply guess the magnitude of the next four consecutive aft…

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A Lotto game called 'Tremor Strike' invites people to 'Simply guess the magnitude of the next four consecutive aftershocks and WIN BIG!' Four differently coloured balls each with a tremor magnitude number bounce across the shaking ground. Refers to the earthquake of 4th September and the continuing aftershocks. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

"So... er, has the sewer been down long?" 30 September 2010

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A man knocks at the door of a portaloo and asks if the sewer has been down long. The portaloo has a TV mast, a washingline, a letterbox, and flowers planted outside. In the background is a wrecked house. . Refers to the use of portaloos in parts of Christchurch since the earthquake of 4th September because of damage to plumbing infrastructure. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Engineer wants building standards upgraded

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A Canterbury University engineer says building standards need to be upgraded before rebuilding begins in the earthquake battered region.

Small Canterbury businesses call for Government help

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The Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce estimates up to 150 of the region's small businesses will fold if they're not given Government assistance to relocate from their earthquake-stricken premises.

Canterbury's chief medical health officer warns of asbestos

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The chief medical officer of health for the region, Dr Alistair Humphrey, says people carrying out repairs on their earthquake-stricken properties need to be wary of asbestos.

Updated probabilistic seismic hazard assessment for the Canterbury region

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This study updated the 1999 Earthquake hazard and risk assessment study Stage 1 Part B: Probabilistic seismic hazard assessment and Earthquake scenarios for the Canterbury region, and historic earthquakes in Christchurch report. It incorporated new fault data, a new distributed seismicity model and new methods for estimating Modified Mercalli intensities. See Object Overview for background and usage information.

CHRISTCHURCH. 7 September 2010

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The cartoon shows the letters of the name 'Christchurch' as blocks of stone that have collapsed into a pile of rubble; on top is a single rose. Refers to the Christchurch earthquake of Saturday 4th September 2010. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

THE LATEST DESIGN IN HOUSING FOR LIVING WITH NATURAL HAZARDS. 18 September…

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The cartoon shows a family standing proudly in front of their tent which has 'No leaks!', is 'Earthquake-proof!', and 'Affordable!' An 'Optional extra' is an 'inflatable base for tsunami-prone areas'. Text below reads 'Not suitable for volcanic areas. Refers to the problems that have been experienced in the last couple of decades with leaky homes because of slack building codes (which have now been tightened), refers also to the Canterbury earthquake of 4th September with its aftermath of rebuilding for greater earthquake proofing and lastly refers to the problem of people being unable to afford houses. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).