He did a site inspection of the ChristChurch Cathedral, where he was welcomed by choristers before speaking at a reception.

Charles told the audience the cathedral's "desperately sad disfigurement is a moving reminder" of so much loss.

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17 Nov: The fire is out, but Tongariro is now at risk of losing its unique biological legacy

16 Nov: New research finds climate change could lead to more earthquakes

14 Nov: No new hotspots have been picked up today at Tongariro National Park - after the nearly 3000 hectare fire that broke out nearly a week ago

14 Nov: A new way to measure the age of dolphins opens a window onto the lives of these iconic animals

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