Partner with us.

Help us raise $24M to restore and refurbish the Mercury Theatre.

Join us in a mission to revive the historic Mercury Theatre! Our goal is to raise $24M.

$14M for crucial earthquake strengthening and refurbishing in Stage 1, and $10M to complete the full restoration in Stage 2.

Let's preserve 113 years of cherished memories and ensure future generations share in the magic.
Donate now!.

Raised: $4,086,664
Stage one goal: $14,000,000
Stage one
Stage one is estimated to cost $14M
Architect Designs consultant fees: Structural Engineer Consultants (Fire, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic), Heritage Consultants, Acoustic Consultants
Archaeological Consultant
Asbestos removal
Earthquake strengthening to 70%NBS
Steel brace frame in the foyer
Removal of Upper Theatre
New fire system
New electrical system
Additional power into the site
Plumbing upgraded
New toilet block
Obtain Code of Compliance and relevant certification to re-open early-mid 2025
Stage two
Stage Two is estimated to cost $10M
Consultant & Architect fees
Air Conditioning & Heating systems
Structural changes to the roof to accommodate external plant equipment
Green Room & Change rooms
Second toilet block
Obtain Code of Compliance and relevant certification to re-open
Ways to donate.

This is no small project, and we need your support to help get us there.

Equippers Property Trust is a charitable Trust. Donations in New Zealand are eligible for the NZ Tax Rebate Scheme. When making a donation via bank deposit, please email Equippers Property Trust property@equipperschurch.com with your name, email address, phone number, along with the date and amount of your donation. At the end of the NZ Financial year, we will issue you with a donations receipt.

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