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Street Talk: Ferry Road – from sea to city

2 Feb 2022

We have a number of key arterial routes in Christchurch but the one with arguably the longest and most interesting history is Ferry Road.


Pictures worth a thousand words

7 Oct 2021

Do 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!


Special Armistice Day commemoration for bridge

11 Nov 2024

A special Armistice Day commemoration was held to mark the 100th anniversary of the Bridge of Remembrance today.


All you need to know for Princess Anne's visit to Christchurch

15 Feb 2023

The public are welcome to witness the dedication of the restored Citizens’ War Memorial in the presence of Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal, Princess Anne on Friday.


Clock tower repairs timed to start in July

26 Jun 2019

Work to repair and restore the damaged heritage clock towers in New Brighton and Scarborough will begin in July.


New lookout for Sign of the Bellbird

6 Dec 2021

A new lookout opposite the Sign of the Bellbird featuring stone walls and native plantings will be under construction by February.


New name reflects importance of cemetery

30 Jun 2021

A name change for Avonhead Park Cemetery will reflect its significant location as the interment site of the unidentified victims of the 22 February 2011 earthquake.


Name change on agenda for ‘spelling mistake’ creek

8 Apr 2021

Waipapa/Papanui-Innes Community Board members want to correct the historical misspelling of Kaputone Creek, seeking an official name change to Kā Pūtahi.


Historic Rapaki Schoolhouse to be conserved

24 Nov 2021

An 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.


Christchurch Town Hall’s outstanding significance recognised

4 Sep 2020

Christchurch’s restored Town Hall has been recognised as a Category 1 Historic Place by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga.