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 →
An article from the Media Studies Journal of Aotearoa New Zealand Volume 14, Number 1. The article is titled, "Heroic Radio: a study of radio responses in the immediate aftermath of the September 2010 Earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand". It was written by Ruth Zanker.
Working in archaeology here in New Zealand we most often encounter the material remains of Māori settlement and colonisation by the British Empire in the 19th century. Groups such as the New Zealand Company and the Canterbury Association laid out … Continue reading →
It’s that time of the year again, carols, Christmas shopping, annual staff parties, parades and backyard barbeques. For many of us, Christmas traditions are passed down through our families, and some of the fare found on our festive tables may … Continue reading →
An article from Air Force News March 2011 titled, "New Zealand"s Worst Days: Supported by a brilliant Defence effort".
A press release from the United States Embassy New Zealand containing a statement by President Barack Obama about the 22 February 2011 earthquake in Christchurch.
One of our final blog posts of 2016 took a look at the history of Christmas in New Zealand. In the same festive spirit, this week it seems appropriate to explore the tradition of Easter – from the time when … Continue reading →
A pdf copy of a presentation delivered at Building a Better New Zealand (BBNZ 2014) Conference. The presentation examines the relationship between innovation and productivity improvement in the construction industry.
An award application for the Civil Contractors New Zealand 2015 awards. SCIRT was a finalist in the "Connexis Company Training and Development Award - Large Company" category.
A memorandum which summarises the outcomes of the SCIRT/New Zealand Red Cross introductory session and the design thinking workshop.
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 →
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993
An archaeological report compiled for New Zealand Historic Places Trust under the Historical Places Act 1993