Some well-known people who have died recently including NZ filmmaker, Lee Tamahori; actor, Diane Ladd; and US politician, Dick Cheney.
Robot Week at Shirley Library: 12-18 January 2026
Hong runs through the robot-focused activities for young and old on offer during Robot Week.
Donkey at Christmas Parade: Picturing Canterbury
A shepherd and his donkey walking in the New Brighton Christmas Parade, 9 December 2017. An image from Canterbury Stories.
The Far Edges of the Known World: The ancient world beyond Greece and Rome
Troy reviews The Far Edges of the Ancient World by Owen Rees, a fascinating exploration of borders and 'backwaters' of the ancient world.
QUIZ: Cinemas and Theatres
Test your local history knowledge with our quiz on the cinemas and theatres of Ōtautahi Christchurch.
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