Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial - in pictures | A Gallery from News | RNZ National

The Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, which records the names of the 185 people who died in the 22 February 2011 earthquake, has been officially dedicated in Christchurch.

The Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial has been unveiled. Photo / Andrew Collins

Family members and friends place their hands on the memorial. Photo / Brad White

The names of the 185 people that died are cut into the marble. Photo / Brad White

Bruce McEachen lost his son, Matthew, in the earthquake. Photo / Andrew Collins

Prime Minister Bill English described the site as a place of grief - and of hope. Photo / Andrew Collins

Flowers were laid at the memorial for those who died. Photo / Brad White

Some threw flowers into the water to remember the victims. Photo / Andrew Collins

Wreaths were also placed at the wall. Photo / Andrew Collins

A sixth anniversary service was held from midday. Photo / Brad White

Lyttelton singer-songwriter Marlon Williams performs. Photo / Andrew Collins

The 150m memorial wall forms part of the Avon River Precinct. Photo / Andrew Collins

Thousands gathered for the service and unveiling. Photo / Brad White

Photo / Andrew Collins

Photo / Andrew Collins

Photo / Brad White

Photo / Andrew Collins

Photo / Brad White

Photo / Andrew Collins

Photo / Andrew Collins

Photo / Andrew Collins

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