John Pryor and company, about to begin his latest restoration at a cottage built about a century ago. PHOTOS: NICK BROOKA historic cottage beside the Clutha River is the latest restoration project for a longtime renovator and restorer whose knack with old buildings has taken him around New Zealand. And after a while I get bored and start looking for something else to do," Mr Pryor said. The current project, which he expected would take about five years, appealed for both its scale and setting, Mr Pryor said. For him, the motivation remained simple, Mr Pryor said.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 23, 2026 18:22 UTC