Puaka–James Hight Building

The Puaka–James Hight Building is the main library building of the University of Canterbury, and houses the university's Central Library. It is named after Puaka the Māori star cluster also known as Rigel in the Orion constellation, and Sir James Hight, former, professor, and rector at Canterbury College.
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  • Type: University building
  • Description: library building at Canterbury University
  • Also known as: “James Hight”, “James Hight Building”, and “Puaka-James Hight”
  • Address: University Drive, Christchurch, 8041

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Kate Sheppard House and John Britten Building.

Historic building
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is a historic building and museum on Clyde Road in the suburb of , bordering the University of Canterbury. It was the home of Kate Sheppard from 1888 to 1902, the key years where she led the campaign for women's suffrage. is situated 410 metres east of Puaka–James Hight Building.

University building
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is an university building, which is situated 360 metres north of Puaka–James Hight Building.

School
, located in , New Zealand, is an independent day and boarding preparatory school for boys between Years 1 to 8. is situated 520 metres northeast of Puaka–James Hight Building.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Upper Riccarton and Ilam.

Suburb
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is a suburb of . It is due west of Riccarton. is made up of residential, retail and education areas. It includes a major intersection known as "Church Corner", as well as the Bush Inn Shopping Centre and multiple schools.

Suburb
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is a suburb of , New Zealand, about five kilometres west of the city centre. It is the location of the University of Canterbury. Located adjacent to State Highway 1 and , it is handily placed for transportation.

Suburb
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is a suburb of . It is due west of the city centre, separated from it by Hagley Park. is to the west of .

Puaka–James Hight Building

Latitude
-43.52377° or 43° 31′ 26″ south
Longitude
172.58279° or 172° 34′ 58″ east
Levels
11
Wheelchair access
yes
Operator
University of Canterbury
Open location code
4V8JFHGM+F4
Open­Street­Map ID
way 329594690
Open­Street­Map feature
building=­university
Wiki­data ID
Q124445038
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