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Historic New Zealand - Pouhere Taonga

Heritage Lost

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The history of lost buildings and places is fascinating, and highlights the importance of protecting them for future generations to enjoy. Explore the stories of registered heritage places that have been regretfully lost to development, natural disaster or fire.

Homebush, post-earthquake

Lost heritage Canterbury earthquakes

Severe damage to heritage fabric caused by the Canterbury earthquakes of 2010 and 2011 has meant unprecedented, rapid loss of registered items, particularly in Christchurch. Many places have been removed from the NZHPT Register.

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Aurora Hotel, Auckland

Lost heritage 2010-2013

Explore the stories of various registered heritage places that have been regretfully lost to development, fires, neglect, storms and other natural disasters and were removed from the Register during 2010 - 2013.

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Arahura combined road and rail bridge

Lost heritage 2005-09

Explore the stories of various registered heritage places that have been regretfully lost to development, fires, neglect, storms and other natural disasters and were removed from the Register during 2005-2009.

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Onoke

Lost heritage 2000-04

Explore the stories of various registered heritage places that have been regretfully lost to development, fires, neglect, storms and other natural disasters and were removed from the Register during 2000-2004.

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Pink & White Terraces

Sustainable Management Guidelines

The Sustainable Management guidance series aims to assist owners with protection and conservation of heritage.  Get advice on fire safety, earthquake strengthening, repairs and maintenance, additions and alterations and more.

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The High Street Precinct Project

Cotters Duncans Building Christchurch

The NZHPT is thrilled to be a partner in an exciting new project which aims to develop and maintain an online archive of geo-located images and audio of and related to the High Street Precinct in Christchurch, and to produce a sound map of the area.

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