After a major earthquake in 1942, the Feilding Post Office tower was dismantled as it had suffered substantial damage. It was decided that the clock and bell would be stored until a new clock tower could be built. Most of the work was done by Army engineers, and a fund to rebuild the clock tower was started after World War II. For more information, see Pioneering to Prosperity 1874-1974: A Centennial History of the Manchester Block.

1942 Earthquake damage. Farmers Freezing Co.Ltd.

1942 earthquake damage.

1942 Earthquake damage. Farmers Freezing Co.Ltd.

Army engineers dismantling the Post Office clock tower after the 1942 earthquake.

1942 Earthquake damage. Jubiliee Buildings - Power Board Office. Mr B.Pearson (with pipe). Mr T.Hay (with case). Mr Ollide Sporle ( in white apron).

1942 Earthquake damage.

Example of 1942 earthquake damage to private residence