Tag: Online Article

“Churches fretting over proposed new heritage protection rules” The Press (Online Article)

Churches fretting over proposed new heritage protection rules : The Press reports.

"The Anglican and Catholic dioceses want proposed new planning rules in Christchurch relaxed so it is easier for them to demolish their quake-damaged heritage buildings.

In submissions lodged on the Christchurch Replacement District Plan (CRDP) the two dioceses argue the proposed planning rules focus too heavily on preserving heritage buildings at all costs and ignore the fact that sometimes full or partial demolition is the best course of action.

The dioceses appear to have collaborated on the submissions as some of the points made in them are almost identical. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/72262010/churches-fretting-over-proposed-new-heritage-protection-rules

Christ Church Cathedral & Central Government- The Independent Consultant: Media Coverage

Church announces new deal for Christ Church Cathedral : The Press:
"An independent Government-appointed consultant will be brought in to negotiate plans for the earthquake-damaged Christ Church Cathedral after four years of deadlock...."
" ... GCBT co-chairman Jim Anderton said the Government's move to bring in an independent consultant was "very responsible". ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/71725574/church-announces-new-deal-for-christ-church-cathedral
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“Editorial: Another step closer to a sensible revamp of Victoria Square” The Press (Online Article)

Editorial: Another step closer to a sensible revamp of Victoria Square
"In the redevelopment of Victoria Square there are parallels to the clock, involving, on one side, the people of Christchurch, and, on the other, the Christchurch Central Development Unit.

Those who wanted to push ahead quickly and recklessly - and spend $7 million with disregard to the broader sentiments of the city - have lost out, while the people who preferred the steady-as-she-goes, little change, option, for a place where you can linger awhile, kick back and slow down, have been victorious."

http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/opinion/72244508/editorial-another-step-closer-to-a-sensible-revamp-of-victoria-square

“Final Victoria Square plan considered” The Press (Online Article)

"Final Victoria Square plan considered" The Press:

"Christchurch City Council is being asked to approve a revised Government plan to restore Victoria Square.

The latest plan sees the layout of Victoria Square remaining largely unchanged and proposes repairs and restoration of existing features. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/72230970/final-victoria-square-plan-considered

“Manchester St super stop site ‘ill-conceived’ ” The Press (Online Article)

Manchester St super stop site 'ill-conceived' :  The Press
"At a meeting of the council's infrastructure, transport and environment committee, councillors were told the chosen location was ill-conceived and would obscure the view of two of the few remaining heritage buildings in Christchurch's central city - the recently relocated Shands Emporium and the neighbouring Trinity Congregational Church."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/71697526/manchester-st-super-stop-site-illconceived

“Catholic cathedral restoration going ahead” The Press Online Article

"Catholic cathedral restoration going ahead" The Press Online:

"A $45-million revamp of Christchurch's quake-damage Catholic cathedral has been given the green light to start before the end of the year. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/business/the-rebuild/71629508/catholic-cathedral-restoration-going-ahead

Shands /Trinity- Manchester Street Bus Super Stop Media Coverage

"Manchester St property owners win bus shelter battle" The Press:
"... A controversial proposal to build a giant canopied bus shelter with glass pods on a central city section of Manchester St has been rejected. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/71006460/manchester-st-property-owners-win-bus-shelter-battle

"Editorial: Council should re-examine its plans for Manchester St bus superstop" The Press:
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/opinion/70956862/editorial-council-should-reexamine-its-plans-for-manchester-st-bus-superstop

"Manchester St bus stop upsets heritage advocates, developers" The Press:
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/70829180/manchester-st-bus-stop-upsets-heritage-advocates-developers

“Work starts on McKenzie and Willis site – bars and restaurants to move in” The Press (Online Article 26 August 2015)

"Work starts on McKenzie and Willis site - bars and restaurants to move in" The Press Online
"... The complex of three buildings around lanes and a courtyard is being built behind the historic McKenzie and Willis facade, on the corner of Tuam and High st. ..."
http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/71440455/work-starts-on-mckenzie-and-willis-site--bars-and-restaurants-to-move-in

“Manchester St bus stop upsets heritage advocates, developers” The Press (Online Article)

"....The Christchurch Heritage Ltd, which owns and is restoring the Trinity Church and the recently-relocated Shands Emporium building, said the stop would be "visually intrusive" and degrade the heritage values of both buildings..." The Press
http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/70829180/manchester-st-bus-stop-upsets-heritage-advocates-developers