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Cranmer Courts
“….having spread the mortar, the stone was lowered to its place, and striking it with the mallet his Excellency said, “I declare this stone to be well and truly laid, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen.” ~ Lyttelton Times 1873 What a proud moment for …
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The Antigua Boats Sheds
“The sheds are the most complete in the colony. They have a landing stage with a frontage of 200 feet to the river, ladies waiting room, gentleman’s dressing room, and besides all these easily house the 38 boats, accommodating from 1 to 15 persons each, the 16 canoes double and single, and 250 pairs of …
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Jellie Park
James Jellie was born in Grey Valley, Greymouth in 1889. Even as a young lad, James seemed drawn to the wide open spaces and loved being in the outdoors. He moved to Christchurch in 1917 and purchased 26 acres in Burnside/Bryndwr. He used the land as a commercial grower but lived at 321 Russley Road …
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The Dux De Lux
The building that houses the Dux de Lux – pre earthquakes – has always been the gem of Montreal Street; I’m sure since it was built in 1883. It takes a lot to stand out amongst the grandeur of the neighbouring Arts Centre. For its architect – Francis William Petre – this domestic project was …
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