Council records get deserved attention

Our archives have now moved into a building in Banks Street that has been adapted to meet Archives New Zealand standards.

Archive records date back to 1877.  Some of the most interesting records for researchers include the old rate books which show who paid rates, on what property and how much they paid.  For the full media release

Preserving records of our district's history

Much of the district’s history is on the move. Records documenting decisions made...

Banks Street site makes good sense financially

A ceremony will be held on Monday to mark the beginning of the...

Banks Street site blessed on Monday

A spade won’t be big enough for the official sod-turning ceremony taking place...