Today Dr Grant Morris talks to Jesse about the destruction of major settlements in New Zealand history. He's just returned from a trip to Christchurch where he saw a lot of what has been built since their devastating earthquakes and what still needs to be constructed. Today he looks back on two famous historic examples of New Zealand settlements that were partially destroyed by earthquakes.
Since the Christchurch earthquakes 15 years ago archeologists have been busy. They've dug up nearly a million artifacts, unearthing and illuminating the city's history.
All the objects showing at Cathedral Square Unearthed were uncovered during excavations conducted following the 22 February 2011 earthquakes. This includes merchant wares, household treasures and Maori taonga.
A heritage advocate says he is over the moon to see a special piece of this country's history restored for future generations to enjoy. Three second world war era gun emplacements have been officially opened at Godley Head near Christchurch. The concrete bunkers and network of tunnels were badly damaged in the 2011 earthquakes and have only now been repaired and had screeds of graffiti removed. At the height of the war, the guns at the entry to Lyttelton Harbour were home to two thousand army personnel. They were the main defence from an anticipated Japanese invasion. The Godley Heads Heritage Trust chair, Peter Wilkins, told Conan Young the restored emplacements will ensure this history is never forgotten.
Oral history interview with Kirsty about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Zara about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Jacqueline about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Christine about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Teruyo about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Clare about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Roman about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Ellenor about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Ella about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Tinks about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Nellie about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Caroline about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Nicki about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Anne about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Laurence about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Freda about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview withJohanna about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Lynne about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with April about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
The earthquakes in Canterbury may have brought tragedy and economic hardship for many, but Christchurch business leaders say they're now seeing renewed signs of improving business confidence.
Oral history interview with Mary Hobbs about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Nicky Wagner about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Liz Nichol about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Lynne Smith about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Alana Harvey about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.
Oral history interview with Rachael White about her experiences of the Canterbury earthquakes.