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They marched, sang, and stood in silence. Thousands of people gathered around the country to remember the fallen on Anzac Day. For all your Anzac coverage, click here.
Wednesday, April 25, will mark Anzac Day, 103 years after New Zealand and Australian soldiers - the Anzacs - landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
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To commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:
- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu … View moreTo commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:
- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 2.30pm Atatürk Service at Atatürk Memorial Park, Tarakena Bay
The Last Post Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park will conclude the day’s activities at 5pm.
For more information visit mch.govt.nz/anzac-day
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Hi Wellington,
Did you know Benny has been found safe? He was miraculously found alive after spending nine days lost during a storm. About 1000 searchers and a helicopter were used in the search. To read more, click here.
Recently, a Hamilton teen failed his driving test because his fuel light came on halfway through the test. While VTNZ admitted it was a mistake to fail him, the story on Stuff prompted others to come forward with their stories on what they were failed for. We wanted to ask you whether you thought … View moreRecently, a Hamilton teen failed his driving test because his fuel light came on halfway through the test. While VTNZ admitted it was a mistake to fail him, the story on Stuff prompted others to come forward with their stories on what they were failed for. We wanted to ask you whether you thought our driving tests were too strict? Why or why not? Do you know someone failed for a seemingly small reason? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP.
Come along to our open home at 34a Kenneth Gillies Way, FairviewEstate, Akatarawa, UpperHutt and see what makes an Enviro Home such an enjoyable living experience!
Two dates:
- Sunday 22nd April, 2.00pm–4.00pm
- Sunday 29th April, 2.00pm–4.00pm
Check out the Enviro Homes and HouseWorx … View moreCome along to our open home at 34a Kenneth Gillies Way, FairviewEstate, Akatarawa, UpperHutt and see what makes an Enviro Home such an enjoyable living experience!
Two dates:
- Sunday 22nd April, 2.00pm–4.00pm
- Sunday 29th April, 2.00pm–4.00pm
Check out the Enviro Homes and HouseWorx websites for more information.
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Around 500 health workers had their jabs in the first day and a half of a district health board's dr…
The Expressions Whirinaki Trust is currently fundraising for the gallery's extension with a Diamond and Ice Charity Auction and the Upper Hutt Leader has a double pass for the evening to giveaway! To enter email savannah@expressions.org.nz with 'Diamonds' in the subject line.
As … View moreThe Expressions Whirinaki Trust is currently fundraising for the gallery's extension with a Diamond and Ice Charity Auction and the Upper Hutt Leader has a double pass for the evening to giveaway! To enter email savannah@expressions.org.nz with 'Diamonds' in the subject line.
As well as dinner, there will be an auction featuring a diamond pendant, a night at Silverstream Retreat, a family photo shoot, as well as craft beer and wine and many more.
The dinner will be held on April 28 at Expressions Whirinaki. Tickets $110 or $1000 for a table of ten. Book at expressions.org.nz
Get in quick - the Heretaunga Players’ first show of 2018 returns us to the village of Little Grimley with The Fat Lady Sings in Little Grimley.
Gordon (Andrew Tait), Margaret (Heather O’Brien), Joyce (Janet Beams) and Bernard (Greg Judd) are the surviving members of Little Grimley Amateur … View moreGet in quick - the Heretaunga Players’ first show of 2018 returns us to the village of Little Grimley with The Fat Lady Sings in Little Grimley.
Gordon (Andrew Tait), Margaret (Heather O’Brien), Joyce (Janet Beams) and Bernard (Greg Judd) are the surviving members of Little Grimley Amateur Dramatic Society.
They’re back to tackle yet another threat to their survival – this time in the shape of a rival am-dram, newly-formed in their village, determined to upstage them with an award-winning musical.
Season opens April 26. Shows will be performed at The Studio, Ward St and tickets are available from Expressions or by calling 527 2168.
We’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to … View moreWe’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to upgrading the Wairarapa trains in the next five years?
Have your say on our Ten-year Plan, consultation closes Sunday April 29, visit www.whatmatters.co.nz...
Who is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's … View moreWho is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's quick and easy to nominate a community group online.
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