Significant renovation work is underway in Hiruhārama/Jerusalem, with the replacement of the roofs on the Heritage-listed Old Convent and St Joseph’s Chapel.

Both are over 100 years old and, due to their age, pose structural risks in the event of earthquakes. One of the upgrades also includes the removal of the chimney in the Old Convent.

This work is being carried out by Whanganui Plumbers and is expected to be finished by the end of the year. The below image shows the Old Convent chimney bricks.