You are quite right it was a very sad day for New Zealand and I agree you will build a fabulous new Christchurch.

I am sure it will retain the old and combine the new, both with the indomitable spirit that Cantabrians have.

At 12 years old now you will become one of the first adults to step inside the new Christchurch when it is built and lead the way so right now you have some work to do!

If you thought it was about cleaning up that’s only part of the job as now you have the added responsibility of planning the new!

I am sure you will do a great job, there is a lot of support around you and throughout NZ as well as the rest of the world.

In the meantime take good care of yourself, NZ needs you!
From Ella in Auckland.