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By local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
Mystery surrounds three large artworks displayed at Ashburton's council offices for 50 years.
The origins of the large distinctive metal and wood sculptures have the Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum team baffled.
The council's people … View moreBy local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
Mystery surrounds three large artworks displayed at Ashburton's council offices for 50 years.
The origins of the large distinctive metal and wood sculptures have the Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum team baffled.
The council's people and facilities group manager, Sarah Mosley, said little was known about the artworks with an agricultural theme.
“As far as we can determine, they have been on display for as long as council have occupied their admin building, and there is no evidence that they have been moved from these three locations in the building.
“They are listed as untitled [and] we are yet to find the title given to them by the maker.”
District ratepayers own an extensive civic art collection of over 180 works.
Many of these will adorn Te Whare Whakatere, Ashburton’s new library and civic centre, when it opens. The opening date has been delayed until January.
As staff began collating the artworks in the council building ahead of the move, they were stumped by the origins of the three items.
The artworks resemble a vintage-farm machinery steampunk mash-up.
There have been some leads that suggested people to contact, Mosley said.
“These leads were mostly for previous councillors and council staff.
“As of yet, no one has been able to identify who the maker is or give us an exact date of production.”
The mysterious three works and other objects and artworks from the civic art collection will be displayed in Te Whare Whakatere, Mosley said.
“Due to the type of sculptures, we are considering what the best location is for these and whether they are placed permanently or rotational like other objects, but we would like to discuss the options with the artist or their descendants before proceeding.”
An artwork plan is being prepared for the new building, which will open on Januray 22.
Mosley previously said they planned to have a gallery wall within the new library to allow for items of civic collection to rotate on a more frequent basis.
By local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
Construction delays will push the opening of Ashburton’s new library and civic centre into next year.
Te Whare Whakatere will not be ready as planned on December 18, and will instead open on January 22, council chief executive Hamish Riach said.
… View moreBy local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
Construction delays will push the opening of Ashburton’s new library and civic centre into next year.
Te Whare Whakatere will not be ready as planned on December 18, and will instead open on January 22, council chief executive Hamish Riach said.
Riach said it had become clear in recent days that some parts of the complex would not be ready for business by December 18.
Ashburton mayor Neil Brown said it was disappointing, but an unavoidable reality.
“It’s taking longer than expected and we can’t do anything about it, it is what it is.
“We just really want to get that building finished.
“There are contractual elements that if the building is not completed by a certain date penalties can apply and we will be working through that.”
About 120 council staff will still relocate to the new building as planned by the end of the year, but the Ashburton Public Library’s move has been pushed back, Riach said.
"We are setting a new date for the library’s relocation and expect it to be open in the new building on January 22," Rach said.
The construction site shutdown over the Christmas and New Year break has had a knock-on effect, he said.
"While we’re really disappointed, we have to be realistic.
“The top floor, where most staff will work, and level one, will be complete as scheduled by December 18.
“Our builders will still be putting the finishing touches in the public areas on the ground floor past that date.”
There would be no public visitors or meetings there until the whole building is ready, Riach said.
"Our whole project team knew that getting everyone in by the end of the year was an important milestone and the effort over the last couple of months has been commendable, with more than 200 staff on site each day."
The build has been besieged by delays since construction began in January 2021, driven by the impacts of the Covid pandemic.
Coupled with inflationary pressures, the project's final cost will be over the budgeted $56.6 million.
The latest delay is not expected to add to the cost of the building Riach said.
A forecast earlier this year estimated the project would overrun its budget by up to 10%, which will be offset by the $20m shovel ready project grant from the Government.
The old library will now stay open until early January and then close for three weeks to allow for more than 60,000 books and other new resources to be relocated.
The council’s customer services team will continue to operate from the old administration building until the ground floor is finished and the new library opens on 22 January.
Staff working from Te Whare Whakatere from December 18 will include the regulatory, infrastructure, business support, democracy, and human resources teams.
A dawn blessing of the unfinished Te Whare Whakatere will continue as planned in December.
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The shops are sporting tinsel and lights and our calendar's are already filling up with Christmas events. But is it too early to decorate your home?
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It’s that time of year when we rummage in the garage for Christmas decorations and camping gear but instead find random items we forgot we owned. Perhaps it’s finally time to get rid of those and make some cash? Or pick up something you need?
The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale is … View moreIt’s that time of year when we rummage in the garage for Christmas decorations and camping gear but instead find random items we forgot we owned. Perhaps it’s finally time to get rid of those and make some cash? Or pick up something you need?
The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale is this Saturday and we can't wait! The site will be brimming with both gently-loved goods and potential Christmas gifts.
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Nov 25/26 & Dec 2/3rd
The inaugural Arts Canterbury Open Studios will see more than 80 artists across 57 locations from Geraldine to Cheviot, Banks Peninsula to Sheffield and Oxford opening their doors for this exciting event.
Visit artists at their studios - see where they work, … View moreNov 25/26 & Dec 2/3rd
The inaugural Arts Canterbury Open Studios will see more than 80 artists across 57 locations from Geraldine to Cheviot, Banks Peninsula to Sheffield and Oxford opening their doors for this exciting event.
Visit artists at their studios - see where they work, experience a unique insight into their day to day creative processes, enjoy demos and the opportunity to speak with them about their experiences as an artist.
Discover artists living in your own neighbourhood or plan a trip further afield to explore the creative community that is thriving throughout Canterbury.
Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.
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Our assisted living… View moreChoosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.
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$75.00 for both (cost over $150 from China
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