MEDIANZ Vol 14, No 1: Introduction

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

The introductory editorial of the Media Studies Journal of Aotearoa New Zealand Volume 14, Number 1. The editorial was written by Zita Joyce and Luke Goode.

QuakeStory 738

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A story submitted by Tim Kerr to the QuakeStories website.

Financial Management Plan

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A document that outlines how timely and accurate information relating to estimating, actual project costs, future commitments, and total forecast cost, will be managed and reported for each project phase in the programme.

SCIRT, The Construction Industry Health and Safety Leaders - paper

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A final year paper prepared by University of Canterbury students examining the positive effects of SCIRT on the New Zealand construction industry's health and safety performance.

Retaining Wall Assessment and Prioritisation IPWEA Presentation

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A presentation to the IPWEA conference of a paper which shares the process followed for the assessment and prioritisation of the retaining walls within the Port Hills in Christchurch.

View From the Studio Photograph 1

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of a woman looking at Mike Hewson's installation 'View from the Studio' in Re:Start Mall.

Red Cross presentation to SCIRT - communication and communities

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A pdf copy of one of a series of presentations which Red Cross presented to SCIRT, telling them about what the community is undergoing and how Red Cross helps.

Through Their Eyes toolbox outline

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A tool, including an outline, resources and a survey sheet, used by SCIRT's Transport Planning Manager when delivering a series of toolboxes to SCIRT traffic staff about working around businesses.

Rosalee Jenkin Photograph 02

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of a lamp post on the Mandeville Bridge in Kaiapoi. The lamp post has an intricate metal sign attached to it, which includes the name of the bridge.

Driving Innovative Thinking in the New Zealand Construction Industry

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A paper delivered at Building a Better New Zealand (BBNZ 2014) Conference. The paper examines the relationship between innovation and productivity improvement in the construction industry.

Rosalee Jenkin Photograph 15

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of the BNZ on the corner of Charles Street and Williams Street in Kaiapoi. A sign on the building reads, "Kaiapoi, Up and Running", with a smiley face.

Rosalee Jenkin Photograph 21

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of the Hororata Hotel, which was damaged in the 4 September earthquake. A sign outside the hotel reads, "This is not the Hororata Pub. Private residence. No parking. No thoroughfare".

A matter of perspective

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Early photographs are the best. They encompass everything from the utterly absurd to the momentous to the mundane. They provide us with a window into the past that is rare and wonderful (especially from an archaeological perspective), putting faces to … Continue reading →

Businesses still operating in Christchurch's redzone

Audio, Radio New Zealand

Two and a half years after some of the most badly earthquake damaged parts of Christchurch started getting cleared of residential homes, half a dozen businesses are still trying to make a go in the areas.

Hundreds of Canterbury homeowners only now deemed overcap by EQC

Audio, Radio New Zealand

More than four years after earthquakes first damaged home in Christchurch, hundreds of Canterbury homeowners are finding out that they may have to wait another two years before their damaged homes are repaired.

A local Lyttelton landmark lives on

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

This week on the blog, we look at what we found beneath a local landmark in the community of Lyttelton: the newly refurbished Albion Square. The Albion Square, on the corner of London and Canterbury streets, is home of the … Continue reading →

The dilapidatedly grand villa

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

This week we are treating you to a photographic tale of the life of a Cantabrian abode. Come with us now on a journey through time and space, to the wonderful world of dilapidated Victorian villas… Despite its grandiose design, Mr. … Continue reading →

Bright lights, small city

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

Beware the darkness, children, for there be monsters We love to characterise the dark as something to be feared, the territory of nightmares, of ghouls and ghosts and things that go bump. In our collective psyche it belongs to the … Continue reading →

Artwork: Oh Deer, Who Will Lead Santa’s Sleigh?

Images, Canterbury Museum

One artwork in the shape of a stag's head, made from recycled copper and flattened corrugated iron. The item could be used as a coat hook.

All Right? Events: Summer Starter Tip 1

Articles, UC QuakeStudies

A PDF copy of an image created for the Summer Starter. The image features an All Right? 'tip of the week', which reads, "Who could you enlist for a walky, talky catchup? Good friends are awesome- even when times are tough." The image was published in The Press in the lead-up to the 2015 Summer Starter.

All Right? AWA Trails Chisnallwood Intermediate Photograph 3

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of Chisnallwood Intermediate pupils on the inaugural walk for the Chisnallwood Trail. The 'All Righties' are walking with the school pupils along a neighbourhood street. The photograph was taken at the launch of the Chisnallwood AWA trail at Chisnallwood Intermediate. All Right? posted the photograph on their Facebook page on 2 September 2015 at 3:55pm.

All Right? AWA Trails Chisnallwood Intermediate Photograph 1

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of people walking the Chisnallwood walking trail, including Chisnallwood Intermediate pupils, Burwood-Pegasus Community Board Members Tim Baker (left) and Cr Glenn Livingstone (front right). The photograph was taken at the launch of the Chisnallwood AWA trail at Chisnallwood Intermediate. All Right? posted the photograph on their Facebook page on 2 September 2015 at 3:55pm.

All Right? Campaigns and Projects: The Worry Bug Photograph 31

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of people holding balloons before they are released. Worries and wishes are written on the balloons. Included in the photograph are Tracey Chambers from The Canterbury Community Trust (left) and Sarina Dickson from Kotuku Creative (right). The photograph was taken at The Worry Bug book launch at St Albans School on 8 July 2015.

All Right? AWA Trails St James School Photograph 2

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of four St James School pupils presenting the AWA Trails project. One of the pupils (centre-right) holds an AWA Trails map. The photograph was taken at the launch of the St James AWA Trail at St James School. All Right? uploaded the photograph to their Facebook Timeline on 2 September 2015 at 3:56pm.

All Right? AWA Trails Wainoni School Photograph 2

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of Wainoni School pupils presenting the AWA Trails at a school assembly. The pupils are holding 'Five Ways to Wellbeing posters and AWA Trails material. The photograph was taken at the launch of the Wainoni AWA trail at Wainoni School. All Right? posted the photograph on their Facebook page on 2 September 2015 at 3:56pm.

All Right? AWA Trails Maps Photograph 2

Images, UC QuakeStudies

A photograph of an unfolded AWA Trails map, showing the different trails. The photograph was taken at the launch of the AWA Trails. All Right? posted the photograph on their Facebook page on 23 September 2015 at 9:09am. The Facebook image is captioned, "To download a free map visit www.AllRight.org.nz/AWA today!".

Contested meanings of recovery: a critical exploration of the Canterbury e…

Research papers, University of Canterbury Library

The Canterbury earthquakes of 2010-2012 have been generation shaping. People living and working in and around the city during this time have had their lives and social landscapes changed forever. The earthquake response, recovery and rebuild efforts have highlighted unheralded social strengths and vulnerabilities within individuals, organisations, communities and country writ large. It is imperative that the social sciences stand up to be counted amongst the myriad of academic research, commentary and analysis.

An architectural interlude

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

We’re taking a short break between perfume posts this week and veering off in another direction entirely to present you with a photographic essay on one of the historic buildings we’ve recorded recently (but never fear, we’ll be back on … Continue reading →

On the right track: tramways archaeology in Christchurch

Articles, Christchurch uncovered

How did people get around Christchurch in the 19th century? People certainly walked, or rode, perhaps on a horse, or in a wheeled vehicle pulled by a horse, such as a dray, gig, hackney, or hansom. And let’s not forget … Continue reading →

Focus360 Panorama: Cathedral Square and Colombo Street (North), 24 May 201…

Other, UC QuakeStudies

A zip file of an interactive 360-degree panoramic photograph in HTML5 format. The photograph was taken at the northern intersection of Cathedral Square and Colombo Street on 24 May 2014.