The lost community of Bexley

31 December 2018

The lost community of Bexley

31 December 2018

A commemorative seat, hidden in the Bexley Wetland. Inscription: "Bexley - the hidden jewel in the crown. In memory of the community of Bexley, their devotion to both river and wetlands, sadly lost in the earthquakes of 2010-2011. Bexley Residents Association."

Creator: Wei Li Jiang

Area: East / Aranui

Contributor: Wei Li Jiang

Source: Entry in the 2019 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt

Source: View in canterburystories.nz

Reference ID: CCL-DW-101981

Uploaded by: Wei Li Jiang

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