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Insurance Council saves insurers millions

Chris Hutching | Thursday February 07, 2013 | 3 comments

Council saves hundreds of millions by winning argument over earthquake repair standards.

"Owners should pay for any top-up beyond 34% if required. Cost of running a viable business..."

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Insurance Council fights stricter seismic rules

Chris Hutching | Wednesday December 12, 2012 | 1 comment

Battle begins over tighter building rules for Christchurch.

Wellington lord mayor could halt city's decline: Geoffrey Palmer

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Blair Cunningham | Tuesday October 30, 2012 | 14 comments

The local government review panel has released its final report into the region's future.

Christchurch ratepayers liable for rock fall risk

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Chris Hutching | Friday August 17, 2012

Christchurch council audit confirms complaints

Chris Hutching | Wednesday July 25, 2012 | 12 comments

An $80,000 report confirms what residents already know – that the council is culturally reluctant to communicate with residents.

"This report just highlights what all constituents feel of their local government."

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Christchurch council lures staff with better pay

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Caleb Allison | Tuesday July 10, 2012 | 1 comment