About Wainwright & Hickey

Wainwright & Hickey (formerly Wainwright & Co Stonemasons) are industry leaders in heritage restoration, specialising in stonework, lime plastering, core drilling, and seismic/structural strengthening.

 

Renowned for our meticulous attention to detail and the expertise of our skilled craftsmen, we are the number one choice for preservation and restoration projects across Otago and Southland.

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With over 100 years of combined experience both internationally and within New Zealand, our team brings unparalleled knowledge and craftsmanship to every project, giving us a distinct edge in the heritage restoration field.

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Our portfolio includes iconic heritage buildings such as the Dunedin Railway Station, Dunedin Prison, Dunedin Law Courts, and the University of Otago’s Clock Tower, as well as prominent sites like the Queens Garden Cenotaph, Invercargill Central Buildings (including the Southland Times building), Speights Ale House in Queenstown, and the prestigious Ayrburn hospitality precinct.

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Beyond our local expertise, we also take pride in restoring and cleaning monuments throughout the lower South Island, preserving the region’s rich history for future generations.

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In Central Otago, we’ve made significant contributions to the conservation of sites such as the Arrowtown Jail, Fork & Tap historic pub, Arrowtown Museum, Shanahins Hut at Arrowtown Golf Course, the ruins at Stewart Town, and restoration work at Ayrburn Domain.

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We collaborate closely with your selected Heritage Architects and Engineers, having established strong relationships with consultants and specialists in the field. This ensures that every project is completed to the highest standards, on schedule, and in full compliance with heritage preservation guidelines.

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