Marlborough
First convoy of civilian vehicles allowed back to Kaikoura
The first convoy of 50 private cars has made it to Kaikoura on the inland route - but bad weather meant the return trip back to Kaikoura had to be called off. Video, Audio
Council warns Ward still at risk from landslides
Four households south of the Marlborough town have been advised not to stay there at night.
Kaikōura locals urged to look out for thieves
Nearly two weeks on from the quake, Kaikōura police are urging locals to keep an eye out for thieves.
Quake-hit Kaikōura farmers rely on fire trucks for water
Kaikōura farmers whose land has widespread damage are having to rely on water delivery from local fire trucks.
Quake affected Kaikoura residents urged to seek emotional help
Kaikoura residents feeling overwhelmed after last week's quake are being urged to seek help if they're finding things tough - as the Recovery Assistance Centre is currently seeing more than a hundred… Audio
First Kaikoura drive-out planned this afternoon
RNZ Reporter Ian Telfer has the latest on plans to temporarily open the emergency inland route in and out of Kaikoura to motorists stranded in the quake stricken town. Audio
Businesses fear for livelihood
As Kaikoura enters what is meant to be peak season, businesses are worried for their livelihoods. Some of those businesses headed to the local pub to talk to Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Travelling along the Inland Road to Kaikoura
A convoy of 31 Defence Force trucks set off from Culverden to reach Kaikoura on the Inland Road this morning. RNZ reporter Maja Burry went with them. Video, Audio
Where in Kaikōura is open for business?
Kaikoura businesses are hoping customers are able to come back to the town soon - but what is, and isn't, open? Sally Murphy finds out. Video, Audio
One to three weeks before Inland Rd opens
It could be another three weeks before the Inland Road to Kaikoura opens. RNZ reporter Maja Burry joined the Defence Force's largest convoy into Kaikoura today. Video, Audio
PM says fear setting in, in Kaikoura
The Prime Minister, John Key, says fear is starting to set in in Kaikoura, as it becomes apparent just how long the quake recovery could take. Audio
Farmers having to fly supplies to remote properties themselves
A farming group is using planes and helicopters to drop supplies to remote farms cut off by road by last week's earthquake, saying authorities have been frustratingly slow.
Founders of Chch's post-quake market take it to Kaikoura
The founders of a post-quake farmers market in Christchurch have taken the idea to Kaikoura, and has set up shop in the earthquake hit town. Video, Audio
What will earthquake impact be on Kaikoura wildlife
It's now nine days since a devastating earthquake hit Kaikoura, and the full impact on local wildlife is starting to become clear. Audio
Goose Bay evacuation
Residents of Goose Bay just south of Kaikoura might not be allowed back in their homes for 10 days after they were ordered to evacuate this afternoon. Ian Telfer joins Checkpoint. Video, Audio
Huge pod of dolphins spotted off coast of Kaikoura
A Kaikoura tourism operator discovered a pod of more than 300 dolphins today, during their first trip out since the earthquake. Video, Audio
Ocean bubbles seen in Kaikoura
There's something bubbling in the water in Kaikoura. Kaikoura Kayaks owner Matt Foy says he discovered bubbles on the surface of the water - something he's never seen before. Video, Audio
Post-quake recovery taking its toll on Kaikoura
Work continues to open the Inland Route to Kaikoura to all vehicles, as residents struggle with fuel and shower rations, while some people just want to leave. Audio
Scargill resident describes dramatic aftershock
Scargill resident Bryn Davies says a 5.7 magnitude aftershock which knocked him to the ground was "like being hit by a train." Video, Audio
Civil Defence evacuates 35 homes in Goose Bay
Murray Sinclair is the Civil Defence Controller in Kaikoura. He spoke to Checkpoint about the evacuation underway in Goose Bay, and the dam that threatens the area. Video, Audio
