Work to replace the copper on Timaru’s historic Sacred Heart Basilica domes has been completed, with the architect hailing the church among the most pre-eminent buildings in the country. “Nationally it’s in the top handful of its type and it’s the most eminent neo-classical design for a church in the country, and the best church Read more
Timaru’s Sacred Heart Basilica has been named as a finalist in the biennial Canterbury Heritage Awards. The basilica is one of six finalists in the seismic category which also includes the Christchurch Town Hall, Muse Art hotel and the Rakaia Gorge No 1 Bridge. The church reopened in November 2020, following almost two years after Read more