It’s gonna blow your mind when you know what road this is in 1947.
This cute peaceful road is Blenheim Road, from Middleton Road, Upper Riccarton!!! In 1947, this section of the city was referred to as rural…yea, not anymore.
Attached is my attempt to recreation the same photo today – 2.7.2012.
*photo of Blenheim Road 2012 taken by Annette Bulovic*