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Behind the fences at Christ Church Cathedral
History & heritage | 16 Oct 2019Staff inside Christ Church Cathedral heard a loud rumble and saw a thick cloud of dust when the February 2011 earthquake hit.
Contractors working on New Brighton clock tower turn back time
History & heritage | 10 Oct 2019Behind the white plastic wrapping that shrouds New Brighton’s clock tower, a team of experienced contractors are working hard to turn back time.
Restoration begins on artist Bill Sutton's former Christchurch home
Art & creativity, History & heritage | 07 Oct 2019Work is under way to convert the former home of acclaimed New Zealand artist Bill Sutton into a community centre and house museum showcasing his life and art.
Spring into Christchurch's heritage
Central city, History & heritage | 07 Oct 2019Spring fairs, a rare glimpse inside an historic mansion undergoing restoration, and the chance to explore heritage hot spots in the central city are some of the highlights of this year’s Beca Christchurch Heritage Festival.
Government unveils plans for Kate Sheppard's former home
History & heritage | 19 Sep 2019The former Christchurch home of suffragist Kate Sheppard is going to be used as a heritage venue and educational centre where people can learn about trailblazing New Zealand women.
Celebrating the rich heritage of Christ Church Cathedral
History & heritage, Things to do | 05 Sep 2019 The unique history and heritage of Christ Church Cathedral will be celebrated at the upcoming Beca Christchurch Heritage Festival 2019.
Historic Lyttelton tug gains funds to stay shipshape
History & heritage | 04 Sep 2019New Zealand’s oldest operational steamship, based in Lyttelton since 1907, has been thrown a funding lifeline by a Christchurch City Council committee.
Picture perfect for Christchurch’s Heritage Festival
History & heritage | 02 Sep 2019Snap into action for the Beca Christchurch Heritage Festival 2019 by sharing your photos to help create a picture of the city’s history.
RSA seeking resource consent to move Citizens' War Memorial
History & heritage | 23 Aug 2019The Christchurch Memorial Returned and Services Association (RSA) intends to apply for resource consent so it can move the Citizens’ War Memorial to Cranmer Square.
Bishop announces plans to demolish Catholic Cathedral
History & heritage | 05 Aug 2019The Catholic Bishop of Christchurch, Paul Martin, has announced plans to deconstruct the earthquake-damaged Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Barbadoes Street.
Share your views on Christchurch’s former Godley House site
History & heritage | 08 Jul 2019People are being urged to put forward ideas for the best future use of the reserve that was the former Godley House site in Diamond Harbour.
Heritage grants set sail for Lyttelton and Christchurch’s High Street
History & heritage | 03 Jul 2019A heritage façade in High Street and a very early Lyttelton cottage will benefit from Christchurch City Council grants totalling more than $140,000.
Poles apart no longer as Arctic Voices opens at Canterbury Museum
History & heritage | 02 Jul 2019Canterbury Museum will host exhibitions that are polar opposites with the opening of the interactive Arctic Voices.
New lease of life for Sign of Takahe
Facilities, History & heritage | 27 Jun 2019One of Christchurch’s most treasured heritage buildings will soon be open to the public again.
Clock tower repairs timed to start in July
History & heritage | 26 Jun 2019Work to repair and restore the damaged heritage clock towers in New Brighton and Scarborough will begin in July.