Designed by Victor Hean and standing as the first illuminated electric fountain in Australasia when built, this heritage water feature sits within Christchurch Central City's Victoria Square. Funded by city businessman Henry Layton Bowker and unveiled in 1931, it features an octagonal spray and a falling curtain of water set inside an expansive basin, with a commemorative bronze plaque mounted behind the water flow. We hear it has been undergoing restoration work, so check the site before planning a dedicated visit.
Visitors who pass by on their daily commute or spend time in the park describe it as a well-designed, peaceful centrepiece in the square. Set right in the heart of Christchurch Central City, it offers an easy, reflective spot to pause outdoors during a walk through town.