The building was officially opened on October 7, 1907 and remains largely in its original condition, having been restored in 2009. The refurbishment won the Public Architecture category of the 2010 Southern Architecture Awards and the 2011 NZIA Heritage award for Heritage Conservation. More information here.

Pier Number 3, taken on the 17th of July 2008.

Slow exposure of the pastel scene, a grain added during editing to enhance the image.

Pier Number 4, taken on the 17th of July 2008.

Slow exposure of the waves beneath the Pier, lit by purple light, a grain added during editing to enhance the image.

Pier number 8, taken on the 17th of June 2008, after sunset.

A slow exposure to show the stark contrast of an impermeable structure amongst the slowly rising sea.