Victoria Matthews
Victoria Matthews is a former bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Christchurch who was a prominent figure in discussions about the rebuilding of the Christ Church Cathedral following the 2011 earthquakes. Advocating for a modern rebuild, Matthews faced significant criticism and animosity during her tenure, ultimately resigning six months after the decision regarding the cathedral was made in 2017. Her perspective emphasized the importance of prioritizing people over the building itself.
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Recent news mentions
Bishop Victoria Matthews made the initial decision regarding the fate of the Christ Church Cathedral post-quake.
Christchurch rebuild blueprint revisited: Wins, delays and missed chances
New Zealand· 2026-02-21
Bishop Victoria Matthews had remained steadfast in the idea of a modern rebuild and a lot of people held a lot of animosity towards her.
Christ Church Cathedral faces $40m shortfall despite new staged approach – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
