Farewell from Steven on Media
Steven on Media will no longer be actively maintained. Posts will remain available for historical purposes. This is due to full-time work commitments, which take up most of my time now - leaving no time for me to write content for this blog.
Thanks to everyone who supported the blog and its content - it is very much appreciated! Catch ya around some time.
For your media fix, you could check out Throng.co.nz or dannews.co.nz.
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ChCh Earthquake
Posts relating to the devastating Christchurch Earthquake of February 22nd, 2011 are placed here.
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2 quakes for Christchurch
Posted on December 23, 2011 | No CommentsTwo earthquakes have struck Christchurch today, one at 1:58pm measuring 5.8, and another at 3:18pm. My thoughts are with everyone in Christchurch at this time – there are currently reports... -
Telethon to be broadcast for Christchurch
Posted on April 27, 2011 | No CommentsFrom stuff.co.nz: Maori Television is to host a twelve hour global telethon in May to raise funds for the Christchurch recovery effort.Rise-Up Christchurch will be broadcast from Christchurch, Auckland and... -
Christchurch Memorial Service: Live tomorrow
Posted on March 17, 2011 | No CommentsCoverage of the Memorial Service in remembrance of those who lost their lives in the Christchurch Earthquake of February 22nd will run tomorrow from 12:30pm – 2:30pm on TV3 and... -
2 minutes silence at 12:51pm tomorrow
Posted on February 28, 2011 | No CommentsIn remembrance of those who perished in the Christchurch Earthquake on February 22nd 2011, Prime Minister John Key has requested that the people of New Zealand observe 2 minutes silence... -
TV news updates for Friday 25th
Posted on February 25, 2011 | No CommentsThe following news updates will run today, covering the Christchurch Earthquake: TV One 4:00pm: Te Karere (non-commercial) 4:30pm: Extended One News bulletin with Simon Dallow and Wendie Petrie 7:00pm: Close... -
Donate to the Red Cross
Posted on February 25, 2011 | No CommentsIf you haven’t already, please donate to the Red Cross to support the Canterbury Earthquake Appeal. Donate Now Being a typical poor student, I’ve donated $50, but every little bit... -
One News and 3 News to stay on longer tonight [Update]
Posted on February 22, 2011 | No CommentsOne News will remain on air until at least 11:00pm tonight, with coverage of the Christchurch Earthquake which struck this afternoon at 12:51pm, with a depth of 5km and a... -
Worldwide coverage of Christchurch Earthquake
Posted on February 22, 2011 | No CommentsToday’s 6.3 magnitude earthquake has had an impact overseas news-wise, hitting news sources. Breaking News on CNN Breaking News on MSNBC BBC News My thoughts are with Christchurch during this... -
6.3 magnitude earthquake hits Christchurch
Posted on February 22, 2011 | No CommentsWhile recovering from the effects of the September 4, 2010 earthquake, Christchurch has suffered another harsh blow – a 6.3 magnitude earthquake that has hit shallower and closer to the...