Anzac Day
Blue Smoke: New Zealand music during wartime
In this special Anzac Day episode of Blue Smoke, Chris Bourke explores New Zealand music during wartime, from the First World War to the Korean War, uncovering overlooked gems and forgotten songs… Video, Audio
Recipe: Nici Wickes' Sesame Anzac Biscuits
Recipe by Nici Wickes
From Anzac Day on Wednesday 24 April 2024
RSA clubs need to 'reorient', make veterans the priority - chairperson
Martyn Dunne says many RSAs are "highly successful" but have not been looking after the veterans. Audio
Anzac Day: How to mark the day in your town
At dawn on 25 April, Kiwis will gather at their local war memorial to commemorate the day, participating in various civic ceremonies, wreath-laying, and community events to pay respects.
What to do, and not do, at an Anzac Day Dawn Service
Not sure what to do at the Dawn Service? We answer all the questions you were too embarrassed to ask.
Explainer: Why do we commemorate Anzac Day?
On April 25 each year, New Zealanders at home and around the world mark Anzac Day. Do you know why?
Pacific soldiers past and present honoured on Anzac Day
Pacific soldiers both past and present honoured in this year's Anzac Day. Audio
Soul Supreme: Mark Williams
Celebrated soul singer Mark Williams talks to Kara and Mark about growing up in Aotearoa, establishing his career in Australia and being front and centre for legendary local's Dragon. Audio
Anzac Day: Stories of war, loss, peace and discovery
Very few WWII veterans remain, but Auckland War Memorial Museum says if anything, there's been a surge of interest in looking at our wartime history. Audio
Anzac Day: Stories of war, loss, peace and discovery
Very few WWII veterans remain, but Auckland War Memorial Museum says if anything, there's been a surge of interest in looking at our wartime history.
AudioNZSO: Spirit of ANZAC - Voices from the Field
A concert of music by Australian Frederick Septimus Kelly and Englishman George Butterworth, who both died during the 1916 Battle of the Somme. And a rare performance of Ross Harris' 'Symphony No 2'…
Anzac Day in photos: Thousands pay respects
Thousands have turned out for Anzac Day services and commemorations around the country - here's the day in photos.
Public welcome at Auckland ANZAC service
The RSA is working to inform the public that they CAN attend the ANZAC dawn service at Auckland Museum on Monday. It has been previously reported as an invite only event. RSA national president BJ… Audio
The Reading Revolution taking Aotearoa by storm
There's a reading revolution happening in Aotearoa; a community initiative where people are coming together (albeit by Zoom right now) to read literature aloud and chat about whatever a story or poem… Audio
Poll: Only 43% of Kiwis regard Matariki as an important holiday
Matariki will be celebrated on June 24 next year. While most people are happy for any excuse to take a day off work, a new poll from Research New Zealand shows that less than half of us rate the day… Audio
Calling Home: Jessie Williamson in Lerwick, Shetland
Aucklander Jessie Williamson only ever intended to stay in Shetland for six months. However, fate intervened when she was introduced to her husband-to-be, Davie, soon after her arrival. She's Calling… Audio
Flights to India suspended, 'drums of war' warning
Australia correspondent Karen Middleton joins Kathryn to talk about the decision by Australia to cancel all flights to and from India until May 15 and to send equipment to help the country fight its… Audio
New flags commemorate the people and horses of World War One
On ANZAC Day, flags will fly around the Wairarapa to commemorate both the soldiers and the horses who made up the New Zealand Mounted Rifles Brigade serving in the first World War. Creating the flags… Audio, Gallery
Kieran McAnulty pushes bill to scrap Easter alcohol sale limits
A member's bill that would remove alcohol sale restrictions over Easter, on Christmas Day and Anzac Day is gaining momentum, with a push to use a new rule to get it before Parliament.
Labour's Kieran… Audio
LIVE VIDEO: Royal New Zealand Ballet - Anzac Salute
Join us at 10.30am for a special video presentation for Anzac Day, presented by the Royal New Zealand Ballet.
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