Heritage New Zealand - Latest News [Page 1]
Edmonds Ruins Open Day For Labour Weekend Sunday
Thursday, 3 October 2024, 4:02 pm | Heritage New Zealand
Local people, including members of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, are invited to come along and enjoy a guided tour of the ruins of what is likely New Zealand’s oldest stone house – the perfect long-weekend activity. More >>
War Medals Returned To Clendon House
Monday, 16 September 2024, 2:33 am | Heritage New Zealand
The two medals acknowledge Trevor Clendon Millar’s role as a medic with the New Zealand Medical Corp where he served in a Field Ambulance unit in France. More >>
Night At The Museum Tours At Te Waimate Mission
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 10:53 pm | Heritage New Zealand
This is the last opportunity to enjoy the special ambience of Te Waimate Mission at night before daylight saving kicks in and the days get longer with the return of summer. More >>
New Guidance For Planting In Archaeological Or Cultural Sites
Friday, 9 August 2024, 3:53 pm | Heritage New Zealand
Careful selection of appropriate species will not only safeguard archaeology, but can also reduce the loss of natural materials, which threatens traditional knowledge and practices, and the ability of Māori to conserve their taonga and built heritage. More >>
Heritage Listing For Maurice Shadbolt House And Studio
Friday, 2 August 2024, 10:03 am | Heritage New Zealand
The heritage values of a West Auckland house which was once home to one of New Zealand’s foremost literary figures have been formally recognised by Aotearoa New Zealand’s lead heritage agency. More >>
Makura Croquet Club’s Historic Significance Officially Recognised
Friday, 5 July 2024, 2:35 pm | Heritage New Zealand
As part of her research for the listing, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Listing Advisor Robyn Burgess found that in addition to sporting matches, the Makura Croquet Club was an important space for local women to connect and fundraise. More >>
A Kid-friendly Archaeology Resource Kit Is Being Launched Today As Part Of New Zealand Archaeology Week (April 27-may 5)
Monday, 29 April 2024, 6:33 pm | Heritage New Zealand
Collated by Dr Rosemary Baird, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Senior Outreach Advisor, based in Christchurch, the kit will be available on the Heritage New Zealand website for people to download and print free of charge. The kit includes posters, ... More >>
Futuro House Listed As A Historic Place
Monday, 18 March 2024, 9:44 am | Heritage New Zealand
The heritage values of a near-perfect example of a 1970s architectural classic have been officially recognised. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2403/7ecbc5e8d97ea4e022d1.jpeg" width="720" height="333"> The Area 51 Futuro House (HNZPT) ... More >>
Historic Cemetery Listed As A Category 1 Historic Place
Monday, 18 March 2024, 9:40 am | Heritage New Zealand
Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga has listed Addington Cemetery – Christchurch’s oldest public cemetery – as a Category 1 historic place identifying it as a place of outstanding heritage significance. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2403/63678cea80cfcffd5273.jpeg" ... More >>
Off The Wall Exhibition A Fusion Of History And Art
Monday, 26 February 2024, 12:20 pm | Heritage New Zealand
Heritage lovers, art enthusiasts, interior design aficionados, and families are invited to immerse themselves in the enchanting experience of Off the Wall - a journey through the evolution of interior design in Aotearoa New Zealand told through the ... More >>
David Clendon The New Tohu Whenua Coordinator In Te Tai Tokerau
Tuesday, 30 January 2024, 8:04 pm | Heritage New Zealand
Northland’s Tohu Whenua programme is about to enter an exciting new phase with the appointment of Kerikeri resident David Clendon as its new Regional Coordinator in Te Tai Tokerau. Launched in Northland in 2016, Tohu Whenua is a visitor programme ... More >>
Alberton Celebrates 50 Years Open To The Public
Monday, 18 December 2023, 3:31 pm | Heritage New Zealand
A stunning historic Mt Albert mansion, once the heart of colonial Auckland’s social elite, has celebrated its 50th anniversary of being open to the public. Alberton, cared for by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, has racked up its first half century ... More >>
Kate Sheppard House Celebrates Third Anniversary
Thursday, 14 December 2023, 2:14 pm | Heritage New Zealand
One of New Zealand’s most significant heritage places is celebrating its third anniversary of being open to the public. It was three years ago on December 15 that Prime Minister the Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern formally opened Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate ... More >>
Submissions Sought On Heritage Listing For Area 51 Futuro House
Monday, 11 December 2023, 9:37 am | Heritage New Zealand
An immaculately renovated example of a rare futuristic tiny home is in the running to receive heritage recognition. The Area 51 Futuro House in Ōhoka. Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga is seeking submissions on a proposal to list the Area 51 Futuro ... More >>
Maureen Lander exhibition launched at Kerikeri Mission Station
Friday, 8 December 2023, 4:36 pm | Heritage New Zealand
An exhibiton of original creations by internationally renowned Artist Laureate Maureen Lander has been launched at the historic Kerikeri Mission Station. The artworks, which incorporate weaving and sculpture, are inspired by the deep connections of ... More >>
A Dickens Of A Good Time Offered At Totara Estate’s Victorian Christmas
Friday, 1 December 2023, 10:19 am | Heritage New Zealand
It’s time to celebrate Christmas the good old-fashioned way at Totara Estate. The historic attraction, which is cared for by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, will be decking its halls with boughs of holly and swags of various other evergreens ... More >>
Handy Hints For Headstones At Te Waimate Show
Friday, 3 November 2023, 9:06 am | Heritage New Zealand
Are you feeling concerned at the state of a family member’s headstone – but aren’t too sure what to do about it? Help is at hand at this year’s Bay of Islands A&P Show (Te Waimate Showgrounds) on Saturday November 11. Staff from the ... More >>
Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Finalist In Design Awards
Tuesday, 15 August 2023, 12:56 pm | Heritage New Zealand
Heritage NZ Pouhere Taonga Is Delighted Its New Website Has Been Chosen As A Finalist In The Designers Institute Of New Zealand Best Awards. The website, created in partnership with developers Tribal Aotearoa, launched in March 2023, and highlights the organisation’s ... More >>
Listing Shows Hundertwasser Toilets Anything But Bog Standard
Wednesday, 19 July 2023, 4:14 pm | Heritage New Zealand
The heritage significance of a Northland icon whose design quirkiness has put Kawakawa on the international map has been recognised by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. The Hundertwasser Public Toilets have been listed as a Category 1 historic place. ... More >>
Listing Shows Hundertwasser Toilets Anything But Bog Standard
Wednesday, 19 July 2023, 1:08 pm | Heritage New Zealand
The heritage significance of a Northland icon whose design quirkiness has put Kawakawa on the international map has been recognised by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2307/9c317f3e34088b09f018.jpeg" ... More >>