"The Toitu Tauraka Waka became the first place in Te Wai Pounamu to be recognised for its ancestral significance as a wāhi tūpuna under the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014 on 22 January 2016."
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“Folk duo to play Pompallier Mission” 11th March: Heritage New Zealand Media Release (03.03.2016)
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).
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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)
"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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“Report confirms ChristChurch Cathedral can be reinstated” Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Gerry Brownlee M.P. Media Release
"Minister for Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Gerry Brownlee says the decision by the Anglican Church to progress investigations into reinstating the ChristChurch Cathedral will be greatly appreciated by the wider community."
The Media Release is as follows:
Gerry Brownlee
23 December, 2015
“Cathedral argy-bargy over, now time for action” Megan Woods, M.P. (Labour) Media Release
“As an important first step into our future the Government needs to immediately revoke the s38 demolition notice that sits over the Cathedral. Removal of the order would send the message loud and clear that we are entering a new era. No work has been carried out under this order - its time is well and truly over.
“The Deans’ report makes it clear that the Cathedral could be safely reinstated and we urge the Church to now move in the interests of Christchurch,” says Megan Woods.
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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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“Heritage New Zealand responds to Timeball Station insurance article” HNZ Media Release
Heritage New Zealand have released a Media Release in response to the Press article-
“Lyttelton’s heritage Timeball Station was under-insured by $3.6m” The Press (Online Article 06.12.2015) (Link to posting on this site.)
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“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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“Christmas cheer at Pompallier Mission” Heritage New Zealand Media Release (03.12.2015)
"Every Christmas, Pompallier Mission and New Zealand’s oldest church, Russell’s Christ Church, come together to host community carols for locals and visitors alike. Local groups and soloists will perform traditional festive favourites as well as modern Christmas songs as part of the show, which takes place on Saturday December 19 at 6pm."
Admission to Carols @ Pompallier is free to everybody. (Alternative wet weather venue – Christ Church in Russell).
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