Over 1000 claims lodged after Christchurch earthquake
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck on 14 February near Christchurch in New Zealand.
According to the the Earthquake Commission over 1100 claims have already been submitted after there was damage to roads, shops and households in the suburb of New Brighton. Claims can be filed until
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