Here at TML Publishing we passionately believe that Christchurch will rise from the rubble of February’s earthquake to be better than ever. It won’t be easy and there is no quick fix, but together we can do it. To make your life a little easier, we’ve put together all the post-earthquake info you need in one handy guide. Find emergency numbers, links to useful earthquake websites, info on earthquake donations and our Brown Bear Earthquake Survival Tips. Kia kaha Christchurch!

Emergency Phone Numbers at a Glance
Government helpline for welfare and emergency assistance: 0800 779 997
Local emergencies number: 111
Missing people: 0800 733 276

Useful Websites
Environment Canterbury and Christchurch City Council Earthquake Page
Christchurch Recovery Map
New Zealand Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management
Google Person Finder
Christchurch Quake Map
Project Lyttelton
News, maps, and resources regarding the Christchurch earthquake
Student Volunteer Army
Christchurch earthquake support on Trademe (find listings for emergency accommodation, lost and found pets, transport, volunteers, help for businesses and more)

Donations
Want to support the cause? The best and easiest way to help Christchurch earthquake victims is by donating money. Even a donation of as little as $3 made by text message helps big time and there are plenty of options to choose from. TVNZ has an excellent overview of Christchurch earthquake appeals. Whether you donate via the text-to-donate options, banks’ appeals, charity organisations, the Mayoral Fund or by bidding on one of the many charity earthquake auctions on Trademe – you’re making a difference!

Brown Bear Earthquake Survival Tips
Like most people in Christchurch Brown Bear reckons the most important part of healing is getting back to normality and into some sort of routine. To help you, here are some special Earthquake Survival Tips:

• Read up. Check out the handy factsheets about coping with stress by the New Zealand Ministry of Health
• Eat well. Many restaurants outside of the CBD have reopened their doors and are busier than ever. Soak up the buzzing atmosphere, hang out with friends and treat yourself to a delicious meal.
• Stick to a routine. Children need a routine in their day to feel safe and secure. But this doesn’t only apply to kids. Getting your morning cup of coffee at the same place, doing the washing on the same days or going to bed at the same time are small but important things to help you feel better.
• Talk, talk, talk. Whether you do it with a group of friends, your partner, via email or by writing down your thoughts and emotions on a napkin – getting it out helps you deal with it.
• Take a break. Go for a weekend trip, stroll along a vineyard, play a round of golf while enjoying gorgeous views, go for a walk in the autumn sun, catch a movie or an event to take your mind off things. Just make sure you book ahead because many Cantabrians will have exactly the same idea.
• Indulge. Get a back massage after shovelling all that liquefaction! Or why not buy yourself a treat with a charity earthquake auction on Trademe? Get your hands on a bach getaway, a gift basket full of consoling chocolates or some Canterbury canvas art!
• Shop till you drop. Go on a guilt-free shopping spree. First, you deserve it; second, many shops donate a percentage of their profits to earthquake appeals; and third, you deserve it. Westfield Mall and Bush Inn Shopping Centre in Riccarton, Dress Smart and The Hub in Hornby, Northlands in Papanui, Barrington Shopping Centre and Merivale Mall are all open for business again.