"Critics say a law change designed to protect us from earthquakes could wipe out many of the country’s old buildings and still fail to make a difference. Faced with a barrage of expert condemnation, the Government is changing tack — but can it come up with a workable compromise?"
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Election 2014: Labour’s Heritage Policy Released (Labour Party Media Release)
"Labour believes that knowing and understanding our past and conserving our historic heritage is a critical part of establishing a strong sense of national identity. It is important we tell the stories of our nation’s history, and that places of significance are preserved for future generations."
The following is the text of the Heritage Policy included in the Labour Party "Arts Culture and Heritage" Policy release. (more…)
“Public safety priority on heritage retention” Heritage New Zealand Media Release (17.07.14)
"Recent research conducted for Heritage New Zealand showed that 57% of New Zealanders care more about built heritage than in the previous year (53%) and up from 49% in 2012."
The Media Release is as follows: (more…)
Conservation Workshop 11th -15th August 2014 : Heritage New Zealand Media Release
"Heritage New Zealand has arranged for internationally renowned Australian conservation expert, David Young, to run this Auckland-only workshop introducing buildings conservation, maintenance and understanding traditional building materials – including masonry, mortars, lime plasters, wood and timbers, paints and metals."
The Media Release is as follows: (more…)