George Farrant
Happy Birthday! The Civic Theatre turns 90
Auckland's Civic theatre's seen war, depression, recession and a multi-million dollar restoration - all while hosting some of the world's biggest stars. And today it's celebrating being ninety years… Audio
Behind the hoardings - a heritage treasure sinking into ruin
There's a piece of New Zealand's most important heritage locked behind hoardings on Auckland's Queen St. The St James Theatre is dying a death of neglect - but those who love the old lady haven't… Audio
Behind the hoardings - a heritage treasure sinking into ruin
There's a piece of New Zealand's most important heritage locked behind hoardings on Auckland's Queen St. The St James Theatre is dying a death of neglect - but those who love the old lady haven't…
AudioAuckland heritage hero retires
George Farrant has been the Auckland Council's Principal Heritage Advisor for 37 years, he's retiring at the end of June During his tenure, he's been involved with multi million dollar upgrades to… Audio, Gallery
The secrets and scandals of The Civic
The secrets and scandals of Auckland venues are all part of the experience for George Farrant, Auckland Council principal heritage advisor, who has overseen restorations of many of the city’s venues… Audio
George Farrant on preserving historic Auckland
Auckland Council's Principal Heritage Advisor George Farrant has overseen the restoration of the Civic Theatre, the Auckland Town Hall, the Auckland Art Gallery and The Pah Homestead. Audio
Historic artefacts found under Auckland's St James theatre
The discovery of relics underneath the floorboards of Auckland's St James theatre is providing a glimpse into the business history of Queen Street. Audio
Demolished Auckland building inspected just days ago
A central Auckland heritage building that was demolished overnight had been inspected just a couple of days ago. Audio
Auckland's Civic Theatre celebrates 80th birthday
George Farrant knows the Civic well, he's chief heritage advisor for Auckland City. Audio
George Farrant
Auckland City Council's Chief Heritage Adviser deals with the problem of pigeon poo. Audio