Tag: Online Article

“Inside Englefield: Owner dreams of restoring ruined Christchurch lodge” The Press Online Article (12.10.2016)

Inside Englefield: Owner dreams of restoring ruined Christchurch lodge: The Press

"Shaune Wylie is clinging to his vision for Englefield Lodge.
Today the historic home sits untouched on the corner of Fitzgerald Ave and Avonside Drive in Christchurch.

It has a gaping hole on its roof, decimated chimneys, overgrown gardens and a shipping container plonked in the front yard. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/85213122/inside-englefield-owner-dreams-of-restoring-decimated-christchurch-lodge

 

“Nelson’s Suter Art Gallery redevelopment on track for October opening” Nelson Mail (Online Article)

Nelson's Suter Art Gallery redevelopment on track for October opening

"... One of New Zealand's oldest galleries, built in 1899, the original facade is still visible in the foyer through high windows.

The entrance, once hidden behind the reception wall is on show again, with the original window frames painted in "Nelson Red".

The matai floorboards are another feature that have been retained. They were lifted to allow for earthquake strengthening before being lowered again.

"We really wanted to keep the floor," Catchpole said. "It has had people walking on it for 117 years."

The beams in the original gallery have been exposed, resulting in a "beautiful" space. ..."

http://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/news/81777626/nelsons-suter-art-gallery-redevelopment-on-track-for-october-opening

 

“Surprise offer made in historic Golden Bay grandstand battle” Nelson Mail (Online Article)

Surprise offer made in historic Golden Bay grandstand battle- Nelson Mail (Online)

"A glimmer of hope appeared for the supporters who are fighting to save an historic grandstand in Golden Bay."

President of the A&P Association Duncan McKenzie stood up at the Golden Bay Community Board meeting in Takaka on Tuesday with a surprise announcement.

McKenzie said the association would donate more of the grounds to the Tasman District Council for carparking at no extra cost, subject to approval at the next meeting.

"There's rumours that the A&P aren't supporting saving the grandstand but that's not really true," he said.

"We do want to keep the grandstand for the shade and elderly people to sit in. The reason we have not been pushing for it is because we still have to work with the Golden Bay sports recreation group and we don't want to burn our bridges there too much. But we definitely want to keep it."

http://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/82046937/surprise-offer-made-in-historic-golden-bay-grandstand-battle

 

“Five years after quake damage, Govt announces ‘working party’ for cathedral” The Press Online (

Five years after quake damage, Govt announces 'working party' for cathedral The Press Online

"After five years of dereliction, legal spats and uncertainty, the Government has appointed a working party to consider options for the Christ Church Cathedral.

The working party was formed last month, but announced this week by Greater Christchurch Regeneration Minister Gerry Brownlee after criticism from central city developers of the nearly six months of silence on the cathedral's future. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/business/the-rebuild/81844459/siesmic-measuring-work-expected-at-christchurch-cathedral-on-thursday

“Christchurch’s oldest farm buildings to be restored” The Press Online (29.06.2016)

Christchurch's oldest farm buildings to be restored  The Press online.

"Funds are being sought for the restoration of a significant piece of Canterbury heritage.

The historic Deans' farm buildings on the Christchurch Boys' High School site will be repaired at a cost of just over $2 million.

The school is embarking on a major community fundraising campaign after its insurance pay-out fell $1m short of the restoration cost.

The old buildings are one of the last remnants of the Deans family farm. The family were among the earliest European settlers of Canterbury. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/business/the-rebuild/81558386/christchurchs-oldest-farm-buildings-to-be-restored

McLean’s Mansion – The Environment Court & Etc In The Media

McLean's Mansion saved from demolition The Press Online

"Christchurch heritage homestead McLean's Mansion has been saved from the wrecking ball.

The Environment Court upheld a Heritage New Zealand decision to decline an application to demolish the mansion first made by owners, the Murray family of Christchurch, in 2013.

The court concluded the building "has very high historical and cultural heritage value that justifies protection" and that it "contributes towards Cantabrians' sense of place and identity".

The Murray family appealed to the Environment Court after Heritage New Zealand refused them permission to use a Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (Cera) demolition order."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/81840780/mcleans-mansion-saved-from-demolition

 

Plan to save McLean's Mansion as art gallery and tourist attraction

Two interested buyers for historic, earthquake-damaged McLean's Mansion after demolition ban

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“Tracking the fate of Christchurch heritage” The Press (Online Article)

Tracking the fate of Christchurch heritage The Press

"A new video updating the fate of 20 heritage buildings in Christchurch post-quake has been screened for the first time.

The film by Gerard Smyth was commissioned by the Canterbury Heritage Awards in 2012 and was updated in 2014 and again in 2016."

http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/christchurch-life/80947005/tracking-the-fate-of-christchurch-heritage