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Images from the Christchurch earthquake which struck on 22 February 2011
The memorial to Robert Scott in Christchurch
After the Christchurch earthquake of 22 February 2011, the authorities found a wide range of uses for shipping containers
First World War memorial gates at Waltham in Christchurch
These magnificent buildings are protected by legislation but were badly damaged by the Christchurch earthquakes.
This reminder of the South Island's wealth and the importance of the Catholic Church was badly damaged by the Christchurch earthquakes.
Elmwood School war memorial pre- and post-Christchurch earthquake
Heathcote First World War memorial before and after the Christchurch earthquake
Burwood memorial in Christchurch, before and after the 22 February 2011 earthquake