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Images, Alexander Turnbull Library

Shows Christchurch's Anglican cathedral receiving extensive treatment including blood, ambulances, scaffold and signs reading 'save!' In the background Christchurch's Catholic Cathedral says it wants its share of attention as well. Context: The focus of repairing the Christchurch Anglican cathedral appeared to draw focus and resources from the equally historic and damaged Catholic Cathedral. Quantity: 1 digital cartoon(s).

Images, UC QuakeStudies

Damage to the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. On the fence is a sign that says 'Catholic Cathedral Parish. Has moved to St Mary's Pro Cathedral. 373 Mancester Street. Visitors, Tourist and Parishioners are ALL welcome. www.christchurchcathedral.org.nz'.

Audio, Radio New Zealand

An architect and art historian is setting up an action group to oppose the demolition of one of the most well-known churches in Christchurch, the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. The church, registered as a Category 1 building with Heritage New Zealand, was damaged in the 2011 earthquakes and has sat in a state of disrepair ever since. Dr Anna Crighton is from Historic Places Aotearoa. She talks to Susie Ferguson.