While public statues have been the subject of much debate around the globe in recent weeks, New Zealand’s stocks include a wide range of subject matter. Lots of love for Hamilton's remaining statues* Kurow considers 7m Richie McCaw industrial-style statue* Where are the women? A stone statue was originally erected in 1960, while the current bronze version outside the Opononi Tavern dates from 2013. Sir Edmund Hillary (Orewa)Crafted to represent Sir Ed undertaking his charity work in Nepal, this three metre-high bronze statue was erected in 1991 in Orewa's Hillary Square. John Hawkins This bronze statue of Burt Munro by the late sculptor Roddy McMillan was unveiled in 2011 at the entrance to Invercargill's Queens Park.

Source: Stuff August 01, 2020 17:00 UTC