Moon rising above Government Life Building

1964 to 1969

View of the Government Life Building in Cathedral Square as the moon beings to rise in the evening. The digital clock is visible.

Contributors note: "Christchurch 1960s. Moon arising over the Government Life Building at 69 Cathedral Square, two sides of the clock atop the building are visible in this photo."

Creator: Peter Basire

Contributor: Barbara Newcombe

Source: Entry in the 2025 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-2102

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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Moon rising above Government Life Building

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