Hamilton's Founders Theatre has been closed to the public since 2016. Photo / Hamilton City CouncilHamilton City Council deemed its closed, earthquake-prone Founders Theatre is unsafe for use by members of the public with the exception of Police or contractors. A series of LOGIMA requests by the Herald have revealed that under government legislation Founders Theatre could still be used despite having a low seismic strength rating. Hamilton City Council initially closed the theatre in 2016 due to issues with its ageing flying system - but it stayed closed after engineers revealed it was earthquake prone. The public should have been let in because the public are safe.

Source: New Zealand Herald November 24, 2020 06:33 UTC