On the third of February 1931, Napier experienced a disastrous earthquake, which resulted in damaging or destroying nearly every building in the city, with fires to follow. This photograph shows wrecked and damaged homes in May Avenue, Napier.

Creator:      G and R
Place:          Napier, Hawkes Bay
Date:          February 1931

On the third of February 1931, Napier experienced a disastrous earthquake, which resulted in damaging or destroying nearly every building in the city, with fires to follow. This photograph shows a city scene of wrecked buildings.

Creator:      G and R
Place:          Napier, Hawkes Bay
Date:          1931

On the 3rd of February 1931, Napier experienced a disastrous earthquake, which resulted in damaging or destroying nearly every building in the city, with fires to follow. Shown here is damage to the Band Rotunda on the seafront.

Creator:      Unknown
Place:          Napier, Hawkes Bay
Date:          February 1931