Earthquake news stories

Android has announced a new expansion to its Android Earthquake Alerts System that uses both the detection and alerts capabilities, bringing these alerts to Android users in countries that don’t have early warning alert systems. 

"We have not lost any data but a number of our systems need to be brought back up to restore all our services."

“Working around the clock, Spark, Vodafone, 2 Degrees, Chorus and other smaller operators have employed every ounce of Kiwi spirit and ingenuity."

“Our recommendation is for Kaikoura broadband customers, regardless of their provider, is to try reconnecting to their broadband."

Spark broadband customers who have been forced to move due to the earthquakes no longer need to deal with early termination & moving fees.

“We are optimistic about restoring fixed line and broadband services in Kaikoura in the short term."

The disaster earthquake that struck New Zealand yesterday damaged a major fibre optic cable that all three telcos are working to resolve.

IN PICS: Kiwis have posted a flood of imagery to social media platforms following the severe earthquake that rattled several parts of the country.

Twitter reactions to the latest magnitude 7.5 earthquake that was felt widely across Canterbury and Wellington have been flooding the site today.

Facebook a hub of news activity following earthquakes in North Canterbury.

In an urgent update, the NZQA has advised all New Zealand Scholarship examinations have been postponed in light of this morning’s earthquakes.

“We hope everyone is safe and not too shaken. Stay strong, listen to civil defence reports and check on those around you."

UoC Professor Paul Millar believes it’s never been more important to focus on preserving the record of what Canterbury went through.

Fourth progress payment totals more than first three combined.

Canon ANZ has outlined the impact the Japanese earthquake will have on its New Zealand business.

It seemed as if the worst was over, but another earthquake struck.

Both Kiwi-based and international tech companies have pulled together to donate equipment to Christchurch businesses.

Microsoft business software training is being offered free to Christchurch businesses affected by the earthquake.

Ralph Chivers steps up to lead the company’s Christchurch earthquake recovery efforts.

Apple may face shortages of key components for iPad 2 as a result of the Japanese earthquake.

The Apple CEO has emailed all staff in Japan with a message of support following last week's earthquake.

2degrees, Telecom and Vodafone all offer credits to customers who called Japan following the earthquake last week.

Ex-Vodafone Australia CEO to lead the company's business recovery efforts in Christchurch.

All efforts must be focused on recovery following the recent disaster, says Apple spokesperson.