The C.C.C. Took Over The Construction Of The Sign Of The Takahe – 16th December 1942

On 16 December 1942, the Christchurch City Council took over the construction of the uncompleted Sign of the Takahe. Harry Ell (Christchurch City Coucillor 1903 & 1917 – 1919 and New Zealand Member of Parliament 1899 – 1919) had always been passionate about Christchurch’s natural heritage. He envisioned a network of scenic reserves across the …