Archive for: Historic Places Trust

Should We Save The Strand?

Should We Save The Strand?

What an eyesore. As you pass west-bound alongside what served Auckland as its Parnell-based railway station for 70 years, you will notice how the platforms are now...

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Council Defends Palace Demolition

Council Defends Palace Demolition

The demolition early this morning of the 124 - year-  old heritage Palace Hotel in Victoria St was defended this afternoon by the Auckland Council”s...

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Tears Shed Over Queens Wharf

Tears Shed Over Queens Wharf

The big shed on Queens Wharf is going to be saved - but who is going to pay the millions needed to save it? In typical Auckland political fashion, the answer...

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Queens Sheds Staying Now?

Queens Sheds Staying Now?

The ARC and New Zealand Historic Places Trust now say they’re are working together to “ensure Queens Wharf’s historical significance is protected and...

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Queens Shed Debate Erupts

Queens Shed Debate Erupts

Highly respected ARC Councillor and strong public transport and cycling advocate Dr Joel Cayford has posted an extraordinary outburst on his blog about the Queens...

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