125 years in the making

July 2016

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Pioneer Hut has had extensive restoration work carried out. Photo: Supplied
This year marks 125 years since the New Zealand Alpine Club was formed. Tania Seward takes a look at what’s changed – and what’s stayed the same – since 1891 The March 12, 1891 issue of the Christchurch Star is a snapshot into another world. There’s advertisements for tea (imported, of course); a detailed account […]
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