As Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee drew near in 1897, plans were being put in place throughout the Dominion for suitable memorials. In Christchurch, a number of funds were set up and subscri…
Building had deteriorated significantly. And now it has been demolished
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This was the closest I could get. Corner of Colombo St and Byron St. The top front wall has now gone.
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deduced from the fact the breaks appeared new and others damaged around it.
Revealed after the SoulFood Cafe building was demolished - Haircutting for 6d and a shave for thruppence? how old is this?
deduced from the fact the breaks appeared new and others damaged around it.
looking past the peacock fountain to the arts centre - under repair following the earthquake.
Looked like a nice stereo they had.
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch.
A view after the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Christchurch. Corner of Colombo and Byron Streets
Christchurch Sept 4th Earthquake
Christchurch Earthquake 4th Sept 2010
Christchurch Earthquake 4th Sept 2010
Christchurch Earthquake 4th Sept 2010
A close up of the mushroom
With the silencing of the Cathedral bells in Christchurch following February's earthquake there are now just six places in New Zealand where a full set of bells can be rung.
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Peering into the mirror, Ethel May Bradley places on her head the large black hat that her sister-in-law, Clara has trimmed for her with ribbon. Reflected back is a neat figure dressed in a dark bl…
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