Posts Tagged ‘Restore Christ Church Cathedral’

Christchurch Cathedral not coming down gracefully

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012

Former Wigram MP Jim Anderton is calling on people to join a protest against the demolition of the Christchurch Cathedral which is being organised by the Restore Christchurch Cathedral Group for May 26 “If we could put thousands of people on the street, that would focus the minds of the Government and get the attention Read more

Bishop Matthews firm on lowering Christ Church cathedral

Tuesday, April 24th, 2012

The Anglican Bishop of Christchurch, the Right Reverend Victoria Matthews, has agreed to meet those opposed to the demolition of Christ Church Cathedral and to listen to their concerns. At the same time, she is firmly convinced the building must be demolished. The demolition of the cathedral’s tower is set to begin today, and it is anticipated Read more