The University of Otago has signalled its intention to mothball its Albany St music studios in favour of a new $15million facility. The University of Otago is planning to build a $15million recording studio and music production facility, mothballing its present Albany St building. Pro-vice-chancellor (humanities) Prof Tony Ballantyne yesterday said a working party was overseeing a process to produce a plan for a "high-quality" facility to replace the Albany St studio and practice rooms. "Whatever option or options are chosen, the Albany St building — containing a former Radio New Zealand recording studio — has reached the end of its useful life." The Albany St building has significant asbestos issues, forcing the closure of some areas and significant remedial work.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 21, 2016 17:03 UTC