9 June 2009 - Applications close at the end of the week for community events grants to fund events during Beca Heritage Week 09.

It is the first year Christchurch City Council community events grants have been available for Heritage Week which runs 16 to 26 October. This year's theme focuses on the history of peace and conflict, entitled: Doves and Defences: Discover Christchurch in peace and conflict.

The Council will premiere a documentary, especially made for Heritage Week, telling the story of the 2nd Canterbury Nelson Marlborough West Coast Battalion Group which celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Other key Council events include an exhibition at Our City Otautahi in partnership with the Canterbury Museum, and a Heritage Quiz night at Bailies Bar.

To register an event or apply for the community events grants visit http://www.heritageweek.co.nz/ or contact heritage@ccc.govt.nz or Aimee Holland on (03) 941 8628. Applications close 5pm this Friday, 12 June.