Wise Street in the suburb of Addington in Christchurch

Wise Street – formerly Crofts Lane which was incorporated into Taylor Street. Formerly Taylor Street. Named after Edward Martin Taylor (1831-1907). Re-named Wise Street. Named after Herbert William Wise (1874?-1950). Re-named Wise Street on 27 September 1948. Wise was a Riccarton Borough councillor 1916-1938. Crofts Lane was named after Alfred John Croft (1870- 1954).

Several businesses on this street plus a heritage building that was damaged badly in the earthquakes. The Mill Theatre used to be in this building. The heritage building is being restored. Was unable to find a grave for this man.