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Night gallery lighting up the streets of Christchurch

04 October 2020

University of Canterbury graduate, Reuben Woods, of art company Watch This Space, led transformative project - turning the streets of Christchurch into a night gallery by illuminating 11 murals across the city with solar-powered lights.

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An artwork by Rone on Worcester St in central Christchurch has been lit up at night.

 

Installation specialists Living Space and sustainable lighting provider Gen Green were key in bringing this project to life. UC graduate Brendan Stafford, one of three working at Gen Green, was also involved in the project. 

Read more about the installation here.

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Opinion: social workers face challenges protecting children

17 January 2025

In NZ, social workers face significant challenges in protecting children, especially following recent government budget cuts.
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Opinion: social workers face challenges protecting children

In NZ, social workers face significant challenges in protecting children, especially following recent government budget cuts.
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Opinion: social workers face challenges protecting children

Opinion: social workers face challenges protecting children

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New NZ study shows microplastics contaminate organic waste

15 January 2025

A University of Canterbury researcher has discovered microplastics are contaminating organic compost and biosolids in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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New NZ study shows microplastics contaminate organic waste

A University of Canterbury researcher has discovered microplastics are contaminating organic compost and biosolids in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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New NZ study shows microplastics contaminate organic waste

New NZ study shows microplastics contaminate organic waste

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Library Catalogue Maintenance

13 January 2025

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Library Catalogue Maintenance

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Library Catalogue Maintenance

Library Catalogue Maintenance

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Research sheds light on fire risk for Canterbury

13 January 2025

UC student research is providing new insights into the impact of hedgerows and shelterbelts on rural fire risk.
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Research sheds light on fire risk for Canterbury

UC student research is providing new insights into the impact of hedgerows and shelterbelts on rural fire risk.
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Research sheds light on fire risk for Canterbury

Research sheds light on fire risk for Canterbury

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UC researchers awarded $1.44m for child wellbeing projects

07 January 2025

University of Canterbury researchers have gained funding from the Health Research Council for two projects exploring digital tools to boost children’s health.
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UC researchers awarded $1.44m for child wellbeing projects

University of Canterbury researchers have gained funding from the Health Research Council for two projects exploring digital tools to boost children’s health.
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UC researchers awarded $1.44m for child wellbeing projects

UC researchers awarded $1.44m for child wellbeing projects

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Opinion: Rare fossil reveals NZ’s dolphin-like reptiles

07 January 2025

Ichthyosaurs were reptiles that swam in the seas during the time of the dinosaurs.
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Opinion: Rare fossil reveals NZ’s dolphin-like reptiles

Ichthyosaurs were reptiles that swam in the seas during the time of the dinosaurs.
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Opinion: Rare fossil reveals NZ’s dolphin-like reptiles

Opinion: Rare fossil reveals NZ’s dolphin-like reptiles

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UC alumni receive King’s Honours 2025

06 January 2025

Congratulations to all Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury alumni who have been recognised in the New Year Honours List for 2025.
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UC alumni receive King’s Honours 2025

Congratulations to all Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury alumni who have been recognised in the New Year Honours List for 2025.
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UC alumni receive King’s Honours 2025

UC alumni receive King’s Honours 2025

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Opinion: Effective policies can reduce car use – case study

06 January 2025

Around the world, people are being encouraged to travel by foot, bike or public transport rather than by car. 
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Opinion: Effective policies can reduce car use – case study

Around the world, people are being encouraged to travel by foot, bike or public transport rather than by car. 
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Opinion: Effective policies can reduce car use – case study

Opinion: Effective policies can reduce car use – case study

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Dark energy doesn't exist, according to new NZ study

20 December 2024

One of the biggest mysteries in science doesn’t actually exist, according to Kiwi researchers looking to solve the riddle of how the universe is expanding.
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Dark energy doesn't exist, according to new NZ study

One of the biggest mysteries in science doesn’t actually exist, according to Kiwi researchers looking to solve the riddle of how the universe is expanding.
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Dark energy doesn't exist, according to new NZ study

Dark energy doesn't exist, according to new NZ study

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