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TNZNews

  1. On the ground in Christchurch. It's amazing to see how the city has rallied to get things back up & running again. They're open 4 business!
  2. RT @nzheraldbiz: Chch earthquake: The cordon in the Christchurch CBD will be lifted at 5am tomorrow http://bit.ly/9DDbmR
  3. RT @Christchurch_NZ: Approx 98% of accommodation & tourism operators are now up & running in Christchurch & Canterbury http://bit.ly/d6x78R
  4. Our latest #eqnz statement and advice for travellers: http://bit.ly/9sas3p
  5. RT @CHC_Airport: Christchurch Airport is still operating. Both terminals are in operation. Please proceed to the airport as normal
  6. Our boys in black paid a visit to the Giant Rugby Ball in Sydney yesterday - some great photos! http://bit.ly/9UTbMz
  7. The Gvmt has set up a website which will be a one-stop-shop for earthquake updates: www.canterburyearthquake.org.nz
  8. #EQNZ Latest information for international visitors: http://tinyurl.com/2esasl7
  9. Update on situation in Christchurch and advice for travellers: http://bit.ly/9QQHQz
  10. RT @CHC_Airport: Christchurch Airport continues to operate as normal. Terminal buildings certified as completely safe & secure.
  11. Check out videos of the Giant Rugby Ball in Sydney: http://bit.ly/99GbOa
  12. :) RT @tatekerry: @PureNewZealand @TNZNews rugby ball at circular quay... One word.... Amazing!
  13. Thoughts are with everyone in @Christchurch_NZ. For visitor updates see www.newzealand.com & Facebook http://tinyurl.com/2d5l3fr
  14. @TerabyteNZ that's very cool! Thanks guys, will spread the word to the team.
  15. RT @TerabyteNZ Ooh our work for @TNZNews is a finalist in @bestawards interactive marketing category :) Congrats to all the other finalists!
  16. Coverage of the Giant Rugby Ball opening ceremony on TVNZ last night: http://bit.ly/dzW3kd
  17. If you're in Sydney make sure you check out http://bit.ly/bb8kCw for info about visiting the Ball - open to the public from tomorrow!