Tag: Media Release

“Clifden Bridge reopening to be celebrated” NZHPT Media Release (25th October 2013)

NZHPT letterhead logo"An event to officially mark the reopening of the historic Clifden Suspension Bridge in Southland is to be held on Saturday 9 November."
"The reopening follows a major restoration project on the bridge, which is cared for by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust (NZHPT) and registered as a Category 1 Historic Place."
"It was opened on 5 April 1899 by Sir Joseph Ward, and remains the longest wooden suspension bridge in New Zealand." (more…)

“Classical concert with a difference at Alberton” NZHPT Media Release ( 23rd October 2013)

Ludwig Piano (3) (Custom)"A classical music concert with a difference will be held at Alberton on November 3.

The NZ Historic Places Trust property in Mt Albert will resonate to the sound of internationally renowned pianist Ludwig Treviranus tackling favourite classics from Haydn, Mendelssohn and Debussy. And for something completely different, he will also lead a sing-along as well."

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“Re-wire on a Hayes Roast!” NZHPT Media Release (10th October 2013)

HAY001 poster"In partnership with Vivace Coffee, the NZHPT asked third generation artisan master roaster Bernard Smith to develop a blend of three original coffee beans that best emulated the strength of the site, the body of the ‘big skies’ Central Otago landscape and the sweetness of its sun overhead."

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“Heritage Christchurch Open Day Sunday afternoon 20 October 2013” Heritage Christchurch Media Release

"The recently reopened Heritage Christchurch set in the iconic 100 year old Old Government Building on Cathedral Square, will open its doors to the public for tours on the afternoon of Sunday 20 October during the Reconnect: experience heritage event."

Heritage Christchurch Open Day Sunday afternoon 20 October 2013 (more…)

“Auckland Maritime Heritage explored” Lecture On the 2nd October (2013) : NZHPT Media Release (23rd September 2013)

NZHPT letterhead logo"Noted Auckland maritime historian and authority on New Zealand’s maritime heritage, Harold Kidd, will present a one-off talk on The Development and History of Auckland Harbour and Maritime Heritage."

Venue: Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (101 Curran St, Westhaven Extn), October 2, 7.15-8.15pm. Admission free, though bookings essential. – Ph 09-307-9920 or email infonorthern@historic.org.nz
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“Live action at Highwic” NZHPT Media Release (20th September 2031)

NZHPT letterhead logo"Highwic will run a series of live activities for kids during the school holidays as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival."
"Kids will be able to enjoy playing a range of games that would have been played by children over a century ago – games like Blind Man’s Buff, blow out the candle, musical cushions and more,” says the Manager of Highwic, Cheryl Laurie.
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“Exhibitions to highlight Auckland’s heritage” NZHPT Media Release (20th September 2031)

NZHPT logo-New"Two exhibitions will showcase very different aspects of Auckland’s built heritage as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival (Sept 28-Oct 13)."

"The exhibitions will take place at two heritage buildings cared for by the NZ Historic Places Trust – Highwic in Newmarket, and Alberton in Mt Albert."

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