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# christchurch - Tuesday 14 May, 2013
Two arrested in seizures of €90,000 of cocaine and cannabis
A man and woman, both in their 20s, were arrested and are being held in Dublin.
# christchurch - Tuesday 7 May, 2013
Man, 20, pleads guilty to assaulting former Ireland cricketer Jesse Ryder
Ryder was put into an induced coma following the assault outside a Christchurch bar earlier this year.
‘Misleading’ to say abortion does or does not help suicidal women
A New Zealand based psychologist, whose work has been quoted extensively by pro-life groups, has raised issues with the definitive conclusions those groups have drawn from his work.
# christchurch - Saturday 4 May, 2013
Ever wondered where medieval Dubliners went for a pint?
A bloody massacre at a picnic in Ranelagh, mass graves of Black Death victims in Dublin 8: this and more in our illustrated guide of Viking and medieval Dublin.
# christchurch - Sunday 31 March, 2013
Former Ireland cricketer Jesse Ryder out of intensive care
He issued a statement to the public on Sunday, thanking them for their support.
# christchurch - Tuesday 25 December, 2012
Irish rugby in 2012: All you need to know in 8 videos
Featuring flying fullbacks, a hell of a test in Bordeaux and some wonder scores by a lad called Gilroy.
# christchurch - Tuesday 23 October, 2012
Derry makes the Lonely Planet’s Top 10 best cities for 2013
The Northern Ireland city has been chosen as the UK’s City of Culture next year. Find out where else made the cut…
# christchurch - Sunday 24 June, 2012
Opinion: Predictions and brave words fall by the wayside after merciless mauling
The Grand Slam team of 2009 are well and truly a distant memory after Ireland’s record defeat.
# christchurch - Friday 22 June, 2012
Preview: Another glorious chance to make Irish rugby history awaits
It will be by no means a simple task but the All Blacks are shorn of the services of Dan Carter, their first-choice wingers and two-thirds of their back row.
# christchurch - Tuesday 19 June, 2012
Poll: Do Irish fans drink too much abroad?
Irish rugby supporters “can’t handle alcohol”, according to New Zealand authorities. So what do you think?
Irish supporters showed ‘they can’t handle alcohol’ – NZ police chief
Ireland fans following the rugby team in New Zealand have been criticised by a senior police officer in Christchurch following Saturday’s second test.
# christchurch - Sunday 17 June, 2012
Summer Tour Diary: Outnumbered 15 to 1 yet all you could hear were Irish voices
Jonathan Sexton admitted that he needed to strike his late penalty perfectly for Ireland to lead. He did not but was excellent otherwise.
O’Driscoll expects heroism in Hamilton
The Ireland captain is determined to put the painful lessons of Christchurch to good use during his side’s final encounter with the All Blacks.
# christchurch - Saturday 16 June, 2012
Match report: Carter saves the day for All Blacks, leaves Irish on the edge of glory
That elusive win over the world champions was within grasp but Ireland couldn’t get over the line once again.
Brian O’Driscoll left ‘gutted’ by last-gasp Christchurch defeat
Dan Carter nailed a last-minute penalty to deny the tourists a fame first win over the All Blacks.
As it happened: New Zealand v Ireland, Second Test
Rugby League Park in Christchurch was the setting for what could be a punishing affair for the Irish unless they could up their game significantly.
# christchurch - Friday 15 June, 2012
Summer Tour Diary: Restart for Christchurch as Ireland talk up second chances
A tour of the earthquake-hit city puts things into perspective for Kevin McLaughlin and his teammates ahead of All Blacks battle.
# christchurch - Thursday 14 June, 2012
Allez les Bleus: Declan Kidney starts 10 Leinster players for All Blacks test
The Irish coach has turned to the Heineken Cup winners to make up the core of his side ahead of Saturday’s match in Christchurch.
# christchurch - Wednesday 13 June, 2012
In pictures: Irish team visit Christchurch’s Red Zone
Declan Kidney and the boys stopped off to take in the city’s earthquake-devastated area earlier today.
Ireland’s Call – Part Two: Put your questions to the Irish team in New Zealand
Get in touch with us to put your most searching queries to captain Brian O’Driscoll and coach Declan Kidney.
# christchurch - Monday 11 June, 2012
US students survive for nine days in New Zealand wilderness
The two students were trapped by a snowstorm and heavy rains.
Here comes the cavalry: Duffy in the air as Earls’ tour hangs in the balance
The Connacht full-back is jetting to Christchurch while Paddy McAllister and Tony Buckley are keeping their phones charged and ready.
# christchurch - Sunday 10 June, 2012
Opinion: Judge Kidney on innovation, not result
The Irish coach is experimenting against an unbeatable side, we should applaud him for that, writes Sean Farrell.
# christchurch - Saturday 9 June, 2012
‘We’ve got to wear it’ – Irish players reflect on their humbling defeat
Jamie Heaslip took the defeat on the chin while All Blacks coach Steve Hansen was sparing with his praise.
# christchurch - Friday 20 April, 2012
Rise and shine: Kick-off times confirmed for Ireland tour to New Zealand
No graveyard shifts for Irish fans this June as Brian O’Driscoll and company do battle with the world champion All Blacks.
# christchurch - Monday 16 April, 2012
Christchurch plans cardboard cathedral after devastating earthquake
New design is planned as a temporary structure until a permanent replacement has been built.
# christchurch - Thursday 12 April, 2012
Irish construction workers sought to help rebuild Christchurch
Interested in travelling abroad for work? Construction and trades workers are being sought in Christchurch to help rebuild buildings after the recent major earthquakes in New Zealand.
# christchurch - Wednesday 28 March, 2012
Reasons to be fearful: Dan the Man returns for Canterbury Crusaders
New Zealand see our Brian O’Driscoll and raise us a Dan Carter.
# christchurch - Saturday 3 March, 2012
Preserved heart of Dublin saint stolen from Christ Church Cathedral
The relic of the 12th century preserved heart has disappeared from its place in the city centre cathedral.
# christchurch - Friday 2 March, 2012
New Zealand earthquake cathedral to be demolished
The Anglican cathedral in Christchurch was badly damaged by the earthquake just over one year ago which left 185 people dead.
# christchurch - Wednesday 22 February, 2012
A year on: Christchurch remembers earthquake victims
The 185 people who perished in the quake were remembered at memorial services and community events across the country today.
# christchurch - Monday 20 February, 2012
Christchurch remains a ‘safe haven’, a year after 6.1-magnitude quake
The February 22 earthquake killed 185 people and left major infrastructural damage. So why aren’t people leaving town?
# christchurch - Wednesday 28 December, 2011
In pictures: the natural disasters of 2011
Last year saw a number of major natural disasters strike, including earthquakes in Japan, New Zealand and Turkey, volcanic eruptions in Chile and Iceland, and severe tropical storms in Asia.
# christchurch - Friday 23 December, 2011
Series of strong earthquakes hit New Zealand’s Christchurch
Several earthquakes hit Christchurch earlier today, with the initial quake measuring 5.8 magnitude. There have been reports of slight injuries.
# christchurch - Friday 28 October, 2011
# christchurch - Monday 24 October, 2011
In pictures: Thousands turn out to celebrate the All Blacks’ World Cup win
It’s been a long time coming, but now it’s here.
# christchurch - Sunday 9 October, 2011
The Daily Fix: Sunday
In tonight’s Fix: A wrongly accused priest comes home, Macca gets married, and two burglars prove there really is honour among thieves…
New Zealand hit by earthquake – no damage reported
The New Zealand city of Christchurch, which has been hit by a number of earthquakes over the last year (pictured), has been struck by a quake this morning.
# christchurch - Wednesday 5 October, 2011
The Happy Camper: ‘It’s like a deserted city scene from 28 Days Later’
The lads roll into Christchurch, a city still very much recovering from their devastating earthquake.



























































O’Gara refuses to be roused by Hansen’s post-match comments
“You could say that it is condescending but I don’t think it was meant like that,” said the Ireland fly-half.
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