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News release: Christchurch insurance rebuilds $NZ10 billion and rising

The Insurance Council is warning that the continued aftershocks in Christchurch could have long term effects on the insurability of New Zealand.
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News release: EQC and insurers seeking clarity on insurance payments

The Earthquake Commission (EQC) and the Insurance Council have agreed to ask the High Court to make a ruling on complex questions of coverage arising from the two major Canterbury earthquakes and their aftershocks
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News release: 'P' Lab

Reduce the chances of your property becoming a 'P' Lab
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Canterbury earthquake

The largest single insurance event in the history of New Zealand
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New Fair Insurance code

The obligations for both you and your insurer.
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Natural disaster costs

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