Tag: Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga

“Folk duo to play Pompallier Mission” 11th March: Heritage New Zealand Media Release (03.03.2016)

Image Credit: Paul Restall

Mark Laurent and Brenda Liddiard, who will be performing at Pompallier Mission on March 11. (Photo: Paul Restall).

"A leading New Zealand folk duo will play a one-off concert in the grounds of Pompallier Mission on March 11 (6pm onwards)."

"Mark Laurent and Brenda Liddiard will share their special blend of ‘acoustic music with passion’ at the Heritage New Zealand property in order to raise money for the St John Russell Health Shuttle."

“We’re delighted to be able to host these two very talented musicians at Pompallier Mission on March 11 – which, coincidentally, also happens to be the anniversary date of the Battle of Kororareka,” says the Manager of Pompallier Mission, Scott Elliffe.

Admission is $15 per adult, and children under 15 are free – tickets available through the Russell Bookshop or email dianesmith@hotmail.com (Wet weather venue – Supper Room, Russell Town Hall).

The Media Release is as follows:

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“Swing back to the 1930s at Highwic’s Art Deco Day” (15th March 2016) Heritage New Zealand Media Release

"Aucklanders will have the opportunity to swing back to the 1930s when fashion was hot and jazz was cool at Auckland’s Own Art Deco Day Out at Highwic on March 13."

"Live music performed by the six-piece New Orleans Joymakers Jazz Band, along with a sparkling array of classic cars from the days of flappers and swingers, will make Highwic a hot spot for people wanting to let their hair down in true Jazz Era style."

“To use slang from that era, Auckland’s Own Art Deco Day Out is quite simply the bee’s knees; the cat’s miaow and the caterpillar’s kimono,” says the Manager of the Heritage New Zealand property in Newmarket, Cheryl Laurie.

Don’t miss Auckland’s Own Art Deco Day Out at Highwic, Sunday March 13, 1-6pm. Admission: $5 per adult; children free. Refreshments not included in admission

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(HNZ) “Chief Executive farewelled” Heritage New Zealand Media Release (22.02.2016)

Heritage_New Zealand_logo"Longstanding Heritage New Zealand Chief Executive, Bruce Chapman stepped down from the role on Friday (19 February) with acknowledgement of the achievements made over nearly ten years.

Chair of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, Wyatt Creech, commenting on behalf of the organisation’s Board and Māori Heritage Council members who worked with Bruce over this time, has acknowledged the achievements made, and the development of Heritage New Zealand into the organisation it is now."

"Sue Powell has been appointed as acting Chief Executive for a period of four months (commencing 29 February)."

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“Heritage New Zealand on Cathedral announcement ” HNZ Media Release (23/12/2015)

"Heritage New Zealand is pleased progress has been made on the future of Christ Church Cathedral with today’s announcement by the Government and Church Property Trustees and looks forward to being involved in discussions on its reinstatement."

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“Lyttelton’s heritage Timeball Station was under-insured by $3.6m” The Press (Online Article 06.12.2015)

Updated:Heritage New Zealand have issued a Media Release in response to The Press article and it can be found at the following link-

“Heritage New Zealand responds to Timeball Station insurance article” HNZ Media Release

The Press Reported:

"... In 2010, the HeritageNZ board reduced insurance cover on its properties to a maximum of two-thirds, (HNZ national business manager Julie) Rowan said. Later that year, the earthquakes began. ...
"The board considered that any loss greater than two-thirds would reduce the likelihood of a rebuild," she said.
"Where we are able to reduce the premiums we pay, cost savings can be used for areas such as pre-emptive strengthening and maintenance of the buildings we care for," Rowan said. "

"Lyttelton's heritage Timeball Station was under-insured by $3.6m"  The Press
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/business/the-rebuild/74610183/lytteltons-heritage-timeball-station-was-underinsured-by-36m

“Twas the Night Before Christmas takes off at Alberton” Heritage New Zealand Media Release (1 Dec. 2015)

The historic mansion in Mt Albert, which is cared for by Heritage New Zealand, will host a series of concerts entitled ’Twas The Night Before Christmas, presented by seasoned performers Cathie Harrop and George Henare.

The programme will consist of Christmas songs and stories, and will also showcase the talents of Paul Harrop (piano), Amanda Kirk (soprano) and musicians Dave and Jennie Khan.

’Twas The Night Before Christmas, December 16, 17 and 18 at 7.30pm, and December 20 at 6.30pm. Tickets $49 per person (includes refreshment).

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