Heritage Buildings

The heritage building debate: A balance between saving our history and building our future. Audio

A tour of Christchurch's most interesting architecture is set to take place next weekend with over 40 buildings open to the public for free. Jessica Halliday, Architectural Historian & Director of Te… Audio

An historic building on Massey University's Manawatū campus has been restored to it's former 1930s glory and is now open to the public. Massey University Foundation director Mitch Murdoch talks to… Audio, Gallery

Wellington is trying to prepare for its projected population growth, but potential housing developments are being held up by debate over how to honour its heritage buildings.  Audio

Wellington's proposed building regulation changes have sparked debate on the worth of some heritage buildings.  Audio

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

Facadism in Auckland is getting under the collar of heritage expert Allan Matson. It's an architectural practice that took off in the 1980s - gutting old buildings and retaining their facade. The art… Audio

Jeremy Salmond has just received the 2018 New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) Gold Medal in recognition of an outstanding career in heritage and conservation architecture. He was the founding… Audio, Gallery

Dr Ann McEwan says the real test for a heritage building is if people are prepared to lie down in front of a bull dozer to save it.  Audio, Gallery

The governing body for Canterbury Anglicans has voted to restore the Christ Church cathedral after around six years of debate. Former Christchurch Mayor Garry Moore has been a long-time advocate for… Audio

A proposal has been submitted to roof the New Plymouth Gables building with corrugated iron, despite the category one Historic Place having traditional wooden shingles. Video, Audio