How many records does the archive hold?

81,477 records about Christchurch, every one linked at the provider that keeps the original.

How far back does the archive reach?

1800, the oldest record on file.

Where do the records come from?

30 collections: council archives, Papers Past, DigitalNZ’s partners, cemetery registers, the heritage list itself. The shelf says what exists and where it lives.

Are these documents verified?

They are leads and citations, not evidence, a record says a document exists and where to read it. What a document actually says is only claimed once somebody has read it; those readings live on the place pages.

“"a"”, the shelf

Every record the archive holds about Christchurch, the oldest first. The originals live at the provider each row links to.

62,209 records matching 100 of these 100 with their text read Papers Past · Canterbury Stories · Kura Heritage Collections Online · Te Papa Collections Online · National Publicity Studios black and white file prints · TAPUHI · Canterbury Museum · Auckland Museum Collections · New Zealand Gazette · Digital Public Library of America · V.C. Browne & Son NZ Aerial Photograph Collection · Christchurch City Libraries Flickr · Hocken Digital Collections · Museums Victoria · Air Force Museum of New Zealand Photograph Collection · Wellington City Council Archives · The New Zealand Heritage List/Rārangi Kōrero · New Zealand Electronic Text Collection · Christchurch City Libraries Heritage Images Collection · Lincoln University Living Heritage: Tikaka Tuku Iho · Flickr · Radio New Zealand · Alexander Turnbull Library Flickr · Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki · Te Hikoi Museum · iNaturalist NZ — Mātaki Taiao · Manawatū Heritage · Canterbury Photography Museum · Akaroa Museum · Hawke's Bay Museum

the 1880s
3 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 2 (Star, 03 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
4 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 04 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
4 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 04 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
4 Feb 1885
Band Rotunda. (Star, 04 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
5 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 7 (Star, 05 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
5 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 05 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
5 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 05 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
6 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (North Otago Times, 06 February 1885) North Otago Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
7 Feb 1885
LOCAL & GENERAL. I The Hon. Mr Larnach, at the inaugural dinner on the occasion of commencing the harbour works at Wesfcport, said that from the earliest discovery of gold in Australia he had taken an interest in it, being in Melbourne at its discovery in 1851, and having worked at it there for four months. As a bank manager, also, for 24 years he had been brought into contact with the mining industry, and had gained practical knowledge. Gold had driven these Colonies 50 years ahead of what they would otherwise be, and brought a large body of enterprising, daring, and honest men to the Colony. He referred to the Ministeral measures to encourage mining. Among them was the East and West Coast railway, which would run through mineral and metal country. The opening of the Westport Harbour would bring such a population to this district as could not now be pictured. There was also silver in this district, and the great work to be undertaken by the Government would open up all these industries. He complimented Mr O'Conor for his exertions respecting the Westport Harbour Bill. They had to thank Jhim for it. The harbour scheme was tbe greatest work the Colony ever did, but the coal harbours would have to be fortified, The matter of defences must be taken in hand sooner or later. He did not think the position of Minister of Mines really required an expert, but a man of common sense, and one not afraid of work and determined to inquire into details. His present visit was for that purpose. (Otago Witness, 07 February 1885) Otago Witness · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
9 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 09 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
9 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 2 (Star, 09 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
9 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Wanganui Herald, 09 February 1885) Wanganui Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
9 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (North Otago Times, 09 February 1885) North Otago Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
9 Feb 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 3 (Southland Times, 09 February 1885) Southland Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
10 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 3 (Star, 10 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
10 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 7 (Grey River Argus, 10 February 1885) Grey River Argus · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Feb 1885
THE NEW BOYS HIGH SCHOOL. (Otago Daily Times, 12 February 1885) Otago Daily Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 4 places
12 Feb 1885
The Timaru Herald. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1885. (Timaru Herald, 12 February 1885) Timaru Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Feb 1885
LINWOOD TOWN BOARD. (Star, 12 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Feb 1885
INTERPROVINCIAL. (Daily Telegraph, 12 February 1885) Daily Telegraph · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 12 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Feb 1885
TELEGRAPHIC. (Hawke's Bay Herald, 13 February 1885) Hawke's Bay Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
13 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 2 (Star, 13 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Feb 1885
The New Brighton Tramway. (Star, 13 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Feb 1885
INTERPROVINCIAL. (Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser, 13 February 1885) Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Feb 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 4 (Timaru Herald, 13 February 1885) Timaru Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 7 (Grey River Argus, 13 February 1885) Grey River Argus · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 14 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (North Otago Times, 14 February 1885) North Otago Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
16 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 2 (Star, 16 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
16 Feb 1885
DUNEDIN RACES. (Marlborough Express, 16 February 1885) Marlborough Express · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
17 Feb 1885
AKAROA AND LITTLE RIVER RAILWAY. (Star, 17 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
17 Feb 1885
St Albans Borough Council. (Star, 17 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
17 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 17 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
17 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 1 (Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser, 17 February 1885) Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
17 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Hawke's Bay Herald, 17 February 1885) Hawke's Bay Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
18 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 18 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
19 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Wanganui Chronicle, 19 February 1885) Wanganui Chronicle · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
20 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 20 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
20 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Wanganui Herald, 20 February 1885) Wanganui Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
20 Feb 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 4 (Marlborough Express, 20 February 1885) Marlborough Express · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
20 Feb 1885
Latest Locals (Star, 20 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
20 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 20 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
20 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Thames Star, 20 February 1885) Thames Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
21 Feb 1885
OUR CANTERBURY LETTER. (Otago Daily Times, 21 February 1885) Otago Daily Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
21 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 21 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
23 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 23 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
23 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 23 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
23 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Wanganui Chronicle, 23 February 1885) Wanganui Chronicle · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
23 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 7 (Grey River Argus, 23 February 1885) Grey River Argus · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
24 Feb 1885
Selwyn County Council. (Star, 24 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
24 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 1 (Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser, 24 February 1885) Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
24 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Thames Star, 24 February 1885) Thames Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
25 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 25 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
25 Feb 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 1 (Star, 25 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
25 Feb 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Wanganui Chronicle, 25 February 1885) Wanganui Chronicle · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
26 Feb 1885
Junior University Scholarships. (Star, 26 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
26 Feb 1885
Christchurch Regatta. (Star, 26 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
27 Feb 1885
THE NEW BOYS HIGH SCHOOL. (Otago Daily Times, 27 February 1885) Otago Daily Times · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
27 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 7 (Star, 27 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
28 Feb 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 28 February 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
2 Mar 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 02 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
2 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 02 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
3 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 03 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
3 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 03 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
3 Mar 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 03 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
3 Mar 1885
MARRIAGES. (Star, 03 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
4 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 04 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
4 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 04 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
4 Mar 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 5 (Star, 04 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
5 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 05 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
5 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 05 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
5 Mar 1885
Page 2 Advertisements Column 3 (Star, 05 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
6 Mar 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 06 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
6 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 1 (Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser, 06 March 1885) Akaroa Mail and Banks Peninsula Advertiser · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
6 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 06 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
7 Mar 1885
East Christchurch Educational District. (Star, 07 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
7 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 07 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
10 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 10 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
10 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 10 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
10 Mar 1885
Local & General. (Star, 10 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
11 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 11 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 12 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
12 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 12 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Mar 1885
NEW ZEALAND. (Nelson Evening Mail, 12 March 1885) Nelson Evening Mail · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
12 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Hawke's Bay Herald, 12 March 1885) Hawke's Bay Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Mar 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 4 (Marlborough Express, 13 March 1885) Marlborough Express · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Mar 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 13 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 13 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
13 Mar 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 2 (Clutha Leader, 13 March 1885) Clutha Leader · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Mar 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 4 (Marlborough Express, 14 March 1885) Marlborough Express · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Mar 1885
SPORTING HEWS. (Otago Witness, 14 March 1885) Otago Witness · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Mar 1885
PASSING NOTES. (Otago Witness, 14 March 1885) Otago Witness · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Mar 1885
LATEST MARKETS. (Taranaki Herald, 14 March 1885) Taranaki Herald · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 14 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
14 Mar 1885
Page 4 Advertisements Column 1 (Colonist, 14 March 1885) Colonist · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
16 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 4 (Star, 16 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read · about 1 place
16 Mar 1885
CHRISTCHURCH. (Star, 16 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
16 Mar 1885
Untitled (Nelson Evening Mail, 16 March 1885) Nelson Evening Mail · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read
16 Mar 1885
Page 1 Advertisements Column 6 (Star, 16 March 1885) Star · Papers Past · National Library of New Zealand · text read

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