In light of the recent Christchurch and central Canterbury region earthquakes and the resulting devastation to buildings in and around the city, the 2011 Christchurch Heritage Awards have been put on hold.

 

The city's heritage has suffered a terrible blow with many of the region's historic buildings severely damaged and in some cases completely destroyed. Whilst ensuring the safety of the people of Christchurch is the first priority it is important that we also focus on the repair and restoration of the city’s heritage buildings.

 

Once the rebuilding of Christchurch has commenced, organisers of the Christchurch Heritage Awards will begin the task of reviewing the structure of the awards to ensure that we continue to promote and celebrate heritage retention, conversation and education by recognising excellence through a quality and innovative awards programme.

 

Along with our sponsors our thoughts are with the people of Christchurch and those that have lost so much in recent months.

 

For more information on the Christchurch Heritage Awards contact Anna Crighton via email anna.crighton@xtra.co.nz or phone 03 366 2557.

 

Earthquake Information

 

The Canterbury Earthquake Heritage Building Fund was introduced to help with the repair, restoration and strengthening of character and heritage buildings damaged during the Canterbury earthquake. The Fund will consist of contributions from territorial authorities, the New Zealand Historic Places Trust and donations. Any funds received will be matched by the government - about $4.5 million in donations have been received to help save significant heritage buildings. For more information on the Fund or to make a donation visit the website HERE...

 

The New Zealand Historic Places Trust have compiled and are regularly updating a list of heritage specialists who may be able to provide advice and who may be available to be engaged by property owners to carry out conservation repairs. For more information visit the website HERE...

 

For general earthquake information visit:

 

Christchurch City Council
Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority
Earthquake Information

 

2010 Christchurch Heritage Awards Results