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Charles Luney

1905-06-28 – 2006-11-18

Portrait of Charles Luney
Charles Luney: Master builder of many of the foremost buildings of Christchurch, upright and respected contractor and employer for the 75 years of his working life. (Twelve Local Heroes display, Christchurch Arts Centre, March 2009; artwork produced by sculptor Mark Whyte)Credit: Bob and Nancy

Life & Legacy

Charles Seymour "Chas" Luney (28 June 1905 – 18 November 2006), was a New Zealand builder and company director. He is notable for the many important buildings that his company constructed in Christchurch, of which his favourite was Christchurch Town Hall. His professional career spanned 80 years.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

Education

Christchurch Boys' High School

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Companion of the Queen's Service Order; Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit

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Honors & Awards

Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit · Companion of the Queen's Service Order

Education & Institutions

Christchurch Boys' High School

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5080392 — wikidata View source

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