Gerry Brownlee
Brownlee faced tough job in Chch - critic
Gerry Brownlee had a tough job as Christchurch Recovery Minister and it's too early to judge his legacy, a Christchurch Red Zone campaigner says.
Brownlee bows out of Christchurch rebuild
Gerry Brownlee's six-year reign as the minister in charge of the $15.4 billion Christchurch rebuild is coming to an end, following today's Cabinet reshuffle.
Announcement of new Christchurch rebuild Minister polarising
Some see the removal of Gerry Brownlee after six years as a positive step for Christchurch, but others are concerned that replacement Nicky Wagner won't have a seat at the Cabinet table. Audio
A serious rethink of Civil Defence model signalled by Gerry Brownlee
The Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee wants to use a new review to highlight what he calls the organisation's 'shortcomings'. Audio
Nights' Science - Shaun Hendy
Trump and scientists - disappearing data from EPA and Whitehouse websites, scientists are getting organised to protest Trump with the #ScienceMarch. Audio
"Typical Gerry Brownlee" - Christchurch locals
Many Christchurch locals are angry at Gerry Brownlee for criticising Civil Defence's response to the fire while the fire is still burning. Audio
Port Hills homeowners frustrated by 'poor communication'
Worsley Road resident Jack Palovski has no idea when he will be allowed to return to his home, and says his neighbour Miranda Newbury was told by Civil Defence that her house had burnt down when it… Video, Audio
Civil Defence Minister concerned about the speed of the response
Massive devastation detailed by Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee. He also expresses concerns about the speed of the response and announces a review of the Civil Defence. Audio
Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee
Gerry Brownlee says the Civil Defence response was a bit slow and will be looked at retrospectively. Government will provide assistance when he can. Challenging for the city. Audio
Minister of Civil Defence Gerry Brownlee on Port Hills fire
The Minister of Civil Defence Gerry Brownlee has described the footage he has seen of the fires is terrifying but has questioned whether emergency services were adequately prepared for it. Audio
What happens when the public interjects in an interview
Gerry Brownlee, being interviewed live on-air during the anniversary of Christchurch's February quake, gets some feedback from a passing motorist. Audio
Kaikoura farmers demand progress on SH 1
Local farmer James Murray says frustration and anger are stepping in now. He feels more should have been done by now. Audio
Kaikoura farmers demand progress on SH 1
Local farmer James Murray says frustration and anger are stepping in now. He feels more should have been done by now. Audio
Claiming for quake damage just changed. Here's how...
There will be no dealing with the Earthquake Commission for homeowners with damage from the Kaikōura earthquake. What has changed - and why?
Process to find John Key's successor outlined
The Leader of the House, Gerry Brownlee, says there are no set rules about how the new leader will be selected. He says it will largely be decided within the caucus but contenders are likely to set… Audio
Enormity of task ahead for Kaikoura starting to sink in
A third visit by Prime Minister John Key to quake affected Kaikoura brings the realisation for the Government, and many locals of the enormity, of the recovery ahead. Audio
$1 million lifeline for Kaikoura
Civil Defence will give the Kaikoura District Council $1 million in earthquake emergency funding.
Brownlee: Foreign warships a big help in relief effort
Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says the country is in pretty good shape with all the military deployments from the New Zealand Defence Force. Audio
Civil Defence minister, Gerry Brownlee
The minister in charge of Civil Defence has the latest on the situation. The communication with some of the hardest hit areas has been intermittent and difficult. Audio