CityUps Video Clip 2014:10:25 18:47:50

Videos, UC QuakeStudies

A video clip of young people playing volleyball on Manchester Street during CityUps. CityUps was a 'city of the future for one night only', and the main event of FESTA 2014.

The archaeology of natural disasters

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

When people first settled in Aotearoa, they had no idea that they were sitting upon a slice of one of two supercontinents; Gondwanaland. Around eighty-three million years ago this slice we now live on, known to us as Zealandia, broke … Continue reading →

Earthquake Recovery Minister on Orion price hike

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More now on Canterbury people having to pay an extra 5 dollars 20 on their monthly power bill from next April with the Commerce Commission telling the Orion lines company it can put up prices.

Southern Story for 21 February 2013 - Earthquake Anniversary

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Christchurch prepares for a challenging anniversary - two years on from the devastating earthquake that killed 185 people. Our correspondent there, Katy Gosset, hears the stories of local baristas who were in the CBD that day.

Salvation Army

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The Salvation Army has been helping earthquake victims find food and shelter, as well as providing support to distraught and fearful people around Christchurch. Chris talked to Major Campbell Roberts, who is co-ordinating the Sallie's national response.

Earthquake Minister on shift to recovery operation

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Families of people still missing after last week's Christchurch earthquake have been told there is now officially no hope of finding survivors, though searchers are still insisting they are not ruling out a miracle.

Business owners angry over Christchurch CBD access

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More than a houndred people with businesses in Christchurch's CBD have stormed a cordon into the Red Zone, in frustration at still not being allowed access to their buildings - one month on from the earthquake.

Evening Business for 30 March 2011

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Tourism is in for a short, sharp shock as fewer people visit New Zealand after the earthquakes in Japan and Christchurch and Genesis Energy says customers have no one to blame but themselves when electricity prices spiked last Saturday.

Earthquake minister says red zone residents need security

Audio, Radio New Zealand

A hundred beneficiaries in Canterbury are to be taken off the dole, and employed to help patrol the streets in a bid to reassure people living in red zoned suburbs that are all but deserted.

Disruptive dump trucks too much for Christchurch residents

Audio, Radio New Zealand

People living near an earthquake dump site in Christchurch are fed up with the constant noise, dust and vibrations from passing trucks which is making them feel like they are living on a motorway.

The Trooper

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Ceramics have been decorated to commemorate a range of events, people and places since long before the 19th century. The practice is particularly tied to British royalty, with some rather intense results. While tankards, jugs, plaques, mugs and miniature wares … Continue reading →

Keys to the City

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Did you ever wonder where the concept of locking things up came from? The reality of human nature seems to be that ever since people have owned things that are deemed valuable, they need to be protected from theft. Not … Continue reading →

QuakeStory Photo 460

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A photograph submitted by Jennifer Middendorf to the QuakeStories website. The description reads, "22 February 2012. River of Flowers commemoration at Riccarton Bush. Tree of Hope, with people’s messages of hope for Christchurch.".

QuakeStory Photo 458

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A photograph submitted by Jennifer Middendorf to the QuakeStories website. The description reads, "22 February 2012. River of Flowers commemoration at Riccarton Bush. After the two minutes silence, people cast their flowers into the Avon.".

A club for Christchurch gentlemen

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

At the start of an archaeological investigation we often consult historical documents to learn as much as we can about a site’s past. Such research can identify the buildings that were once present, the people associated with the site through … Continue reading →

Umut Akguzel Photograph 107

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A photograph of police and members of the public people standing near the earthquake damaged Smiths Citys car park after the 22 February 2011 earthquake. Liquefaction covers the right side of the footpath.

6.2 earthquake felt throughout central NZ

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A magnitude 6.2 earthquake was felt widely throughout the central New Zealand and as far south as Christchurch today. We spoke to people throughout the country, who described what impact the quake had on them.

Cocaine Cough Medicine and Liquid Mercury Eye Drops

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

It’s that time of year again. The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting colder, and the number of people coughing and sneezing in the office is increasing day by day. Flu season is here, and with it comes … Continue reading →

‘Archaia’ and ‘Logos’, what even is archaeology?

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

The word archaeology comes from the Greek archaia (“ancient things”) and logos (“theory” or “science”). So, archaeologists study past societies through the material culture. In other words, we write the history analysing what people threw away or left behind. That’s … Continue reading →

Inside an asylum

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Bedlam. That’s how most people think of 19th century hospitals for the mentally unwell. The phrase ‘lunatic asylums’ – which was how such institutions were known at the time – doesn’t conjure up much better images. But what if the … Continue reading →

Displaying Wealth and Status in Buildings: Part One

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

The act of showing off wealth and status through material is a concept that has been happening throughout human history. This does not necessarily mean that the person had the wealth and status they were portraying, instead some people just … Continue reading →

Photograph by Eroica Ritchie 023

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People walk past a damaged building on the corner of Edgeware Road and Barbadoes Street. Parts of the brick facade have collapsed, and the building is cordoned off with road cones and police tape.

CityUps Video Clip 2014:10:25 18:48:58

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A video clip of young people playing volleyball on Manchester Street during CityUps. CityUps was a 'city of the future for one night only', and the main event of FESTA 2014.

Photo 014

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Workers survey a street in Avonside where there are large cracks, piles of liquefaction dug up from people's houses, fenced off portions of the street and an army vehicle parked, after the September 4th earthquake.

NZi3 - Temporary HQ - Photograph 06

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Temporary office space set up in the NZi3 building. The photographer comments, "University of Canterbury administration all fits into one building! Well, sort of. Looking east from our bay - library and IT people".

Helen Devereux Photograph 114

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People in Cathedral Square on a day when a walkway was opened up between Re:Start Mall and Cathedral Square to allow temporary public access. The plinth where the statue of John Robert Godley, Canterbury's founder, once stood.

Photograph by Jocelyn Kinghorn 2067

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People enjoying the nice weather on the grass field next to New Brighton Beach. In the background is the New Brighton Pier, the Salt on the Pier restaurant and the New Brighton Public Library.

Photograph number UC 12-0200-03

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University of Canterbury law student Sean Scully and his dog Guiness, who were recognised at the 2012 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards for helping people in the aftermath of the 22 February earthquake.

Frequently asked questions #1

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Training and working as an archaeologist can be an interesting experience, not just because of the work we do, but thanks to the preconceptions and opinions of the people around us. Like so many other professions, archaeology is an extremely … Continue reading →

All things great and small

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Here at Underground Overground Archaeology we try not to sweat the small stuff – particularly because the small stuff we find is often super cool and makes us say “aww, that’s cute!”, similar to the way many people react when … Continue reading →