Bill Perry Safety Award submission - Downer 2014 - CBD catchment

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A document which outlines several of Downer's safety initiatives, developed when working in the Central Business District.

Raining soda water in Christchurch!

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

In 1861, the city of Christchurch would have been virtually unrecognisable to a 21st century resident. Buildings were scattered sparsely throughout what is now the central business district and dirt roads and low fences traversed a landscape that was more grassland … Continue reading →

In which goats frolic, pipes masquerade as baskets and camels do whatever …

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Taking a break from our recent musings on society, smells and legacies, this week’s post features another selection of artefacts from the archives. All of these were found on the same site in Christchurch’s central business district over the last … Continue reading →