It’s something so mundane that it forms a part of our everyday lives and it’s as inescapable as death and taxes. Even though we spoke of it last week on the blog, it’s something people don’t often speak about and … Continue reading →
The act of showing off wealth and status through material is a concept that has been happening throughout human history. This does not necessarily mean that the person had the wealth and status they were portraying, instead some people just … Continue reading →
A few weeks ago, there was an interesting interview on Radio New Zealand with historian Jock Phillips, on the history of tobacco use in New Zealand. In the interview, Jock talked about the ways in which people consumed tobacco in … Continue reading →
Lately I have been doing quite a bit of Job Safety Analysis paperwork (because safety in the workplace is number one priority, folks), and that got me thinking about how the people of early Christchurch might have managed their own … Continue reading →
To many people they’re simply a nostalgic throwback to childhood. To some, they’re treasures to be collected and curated. To others, they’re objects of horror, a sentiment encouraged by tv, films and a particular island in Mexico. To archaeologists, they’re … Continu...
By Fabian Bell The Avon is a lovely river. Of course I know that many people will say that it is no better than a ditch, &c. I pity their want of taste. Of course the stream is narrow and does …
A PDF copy of five postcards for the SCIRT World Buskers Festival 2014. Each postcard encouraged people to post something about the festival on Facebook to enter a prize draw for a family escape to Hanmer Springs.
A PDF copy of a document produced by Rob Gordon for All Right?, titled The Fourth Year. The document outlines expectations about the mental health and wellbeing of people during the fourth year following a natural disaster.
A PDF copy of a poster advertising a public meeting about how to best bring the All Right? campaign to Waimakariri. The poster reads, "What makes people in the Waimakariri feel all right?" and provides the event details.
A poster produced by All Right? titled, Starting a community conversation about wellbeing in post-earthquake Christchurch. The poster outlines the three different phases of All Right, and how it is making a difference to people in Canterbury.
The idea of a ‘souvenir’, as a physical keepsake of a place or event, is not a new concept. It’s been around for as long as people have been bringing home exotic treasures from far-off lands, or trying to preserve … Continue reading →
The earthquake which struck at 4.35 a.m. on a Saturday morning was felt by many people in the South Island and southern North Island. There was considerable damage in central Canterbury, especially in Christchurch, but no loss of life.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll be aware that Aotearoa New Zealand is facing a cost-of-living crisis. That weekly visit to the supermarket seems to be getting more expensive each time. Throughout history people have sought ways of … Continue reading →
A PDF copy of a document produced by Dr Rob Gordon for All Right?, titled Surviving the Third Year after Disaster. The document outlines expectations about the mental health and wellbeing of people during the third year following a natural disaster.
A pdf copy of the second introductory panel of Guy Frederick's 'The Space Between Words' exhibition. The panel includes a collection of Guy Frederick's memories of the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes, as well as discussion on how people experience change.
A pdf copy of the first introductory panel of Guy Frederick's 'The Space Between Words' exhibition. The panel includes a collection of Guy Frederick's memories of the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes, as well as discussion on how people experience change.
A photograph captioned, "I was reading in the paper this morning about one of the people who was orange and then went red yesterday. They said they were really glad they'd gone red rather than green-blue. Green-blue is the one they're going to have problems with".
A photograph captioned, "I guess the only good thing that came out of the earthquake is that we know the residents better. It definitely bought people together, and the support was incredible. If you didn't know your neighbours before, you definitely knew them after the quake. We made friends out of this".
Canterbury Earthquakes Symposium - Social Recovery 101 – Waimakariri District Council's social recovery framework and lessons learnt from the Greater Christchurch earthquakes This panel discussion was presented by Sandra James, Director (Connecting People) The Canterbury Earthquakes Symposium, jointly hosted by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet and the Christchurch City Council, was held on 29-30 November 2018 at the University of Canterbury in Christchurch. The purpose of the event was to share lessons from the Canterbury earthquakes so that New Zealand as a whole can be better prepared in future for any similar natural disasters. Speakers and presenters included Greater Christchurch Regeneration Minister, Hon Dr Megan Woods, Christchurch Mayor, Lianne Dalziel, Ngāi Tahu chief executive, Arihia Bennett, head of the public inquiry into EQC, Dame Sylvia Cartwright, urban planner specialising in disaster recovery and castrophe risk management, Dr Laurie Johnson; Christchurch NZ chief executive and former Press editor, Joanna Norris; academic researcher and designer, Barnaby Bennett; and filmmaker, Gerard Smyth. About 300 local and national participants from the public, private, voluntary sectors and academia attended the Symposium. They represented those involved in the Canterbury recovery effort, and also leaders of organisations that may be impacted by future disasters or involved in recovery efforts. The focus of the Symposium was on ensuring that we learn from the Canterbury experience and that we can apply those learnings.
A PDF copy of a billboard design from the All Right? 'Compliments' campaign. The billboard reads, "People love the little things you do. Let's remember it's often the simple things that bring the most joy." The design also includes the web address of the All Right? Facebook page.
Over the last few weeks, as archaeologists do, I’ve found myself thinking about the physical legacies people leave behind them. In particular, I’ve been thinking about the contrast between the monumental (buildings, in this case) and the artefactual and how, … Continue reading →
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to be active, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts an 'All Rightie' listening to music and dancing and reads, "Had a good boogie lately? Everyone needs to let their hair down now and then".
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to connect, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts two 'All Righties' catching up over coffee and reads, "When was your last mate date? Catching up with mates is awesome - even when times are tough".
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to connect, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster image depicts three 'All Righties' catching up over cakes and reads, "When did you last really catch up? Quality time with good friends can be the best medicine".
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to give and connect, some of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts two 'All Righties' knitting on a couch and reads, "When did you last share your hidden talents? Everyone wins when we pass on our skills and passions".
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to give and connect, some of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts two 'All Righties' carrying a couch together and reads, "Shown a mate you care lately? Often the little things mean the most to our family and friends".
A PDF copy of a billboard design from the All Right? 'Compliments' campaign. The billboard reads, "People love the little things you do. Canterbury's been through a lot. Let's remember it's often the simple things that bring the most joy." The design also includes the web address of the All Right? Facebook page.
A PDF of an article written by Dr Lucy D'Aeth (CDHB) titled "All Right? The question that starts a conversation about wellbeing". D'Aeth discusses the All Right? campaign in the context of research into peoples wellbeing following the Canterbury earthquake. The article was intended as a 'Perspectives Piece' in April 2013.
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to try something new, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts two 'All Righties' harvesting a pumpkin and carrots and reads, "What good things are you growing? Wonderful things happen when we put in a little bit of time".
A PDF copy of a poster encouraging people to take notice, one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing. The poster depicts 'All Righties' flying a kite accompanied by a dog and reads, "When did you last get the caught up in the moment? It's the simple things that bring us joy".