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Funding for repair of rose window at St Michael’s
History & heritage | 8 Apr 2022The west rose window at historic St Michael’s and All Angels Church will be repaired with the help of a $26,288 Heritage Incentive Grant.
Restoration work turning back time for Citizens’ War Memorial
History & heritage | 25 Mar 2022The restoration of the Citizens’ War Memorial will be completed in time for this year’s Armistice Day commemorations.
Share your Dux de Lux memories with us
History & heritage, Libraries | 22 Mar 2022With news that the iconic Dux de Lux may be restored by summer 2024, we’re looking for your help in bringing your favourite stories and photos of Christchurch’s favourite pub back to life.
Shipwreck discovery linked to legendary Akaroa seafarer
History & heritage | 11 Mar 2022Akaroa Museum director Lynda Wallace is hoping the discovery of the wreckage of the Endurance will reignite public interest in the legendary ship’s captain Frank Worsley.
Heritage value of Sutton House nationally recognised
History & heritage | 10 Mar 2022The house and garden that once belonged to celebrated Christchurch artist Bill Sutton have been nationally recognised for their heritage value.
Street Talk: Papanui Road – building a city
History & heritage | 16 Feb 2022Not many streets have been the subject of a concert overture - which makes Christchurch's Papanui Road extra special.
Street Talk: Ferry Road – from sea to city
History & heritage | 2 Feb 2022We have a number of key arterial routes in Christchurch but the one with arguably the longest and most interesting history is Ferry Road.
Street Talk: Marking history
History & heritage | 1 Feb 2022Streets provide a way for us to commemorate important events in history, through names – and in one special instance through trees.
New lookout for Sign of the Bellbird
Better streets & spaces, History & heritage | 6 Dec 2021A new lookout opposite the Sign of the Bellbird featuring stone walls and native plantings will be under construction by February.
Clubhouse and church supported with heritage grants
History & heritage | 24 Nov 2021A clubhouse completed in 1923 for the Canterbury Yacht and Motor Boat Club is one step closer to finding a new, permanent home beside the Governors Bay Jetty.
Historic Rapaki Schoolhouse to be conserved
History & heritage | 24 Nov 2021An important part of Te Hapū o Ngati Wheke history will be preserved for future generations with the help of a $71,000 Heritage Incentive Grant.
Takapūneke landscape master plan gets underway
History & heritage | 22 Nov 2021Work on implementing the first stage of a landscape master plan for Takapūneke Reserve gets under way today.
Opening up a window on the past
History & heritage, Things to do | 11 Oct 2021Banks Peninsula hosts a range of exciting events at this year’s Christchurch Heritage Festival.
Pictures worth a thousand words
History & heritage, Libraries | 7 Oct 2021Do you have a box of photos at the top of the wardrobe or under the bed? Do you think no-one would be interested in your old photos? Think again!
Rare Māori treasures highlight significant wetlands
History & heritage | 7 Oct 2021More than 20 rare taonga are on display at Tūranga library, as part of a new exhibition celebrating the special relationship Ngāi Tahu has with wetlands.