ANZAC 2021

A national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts and peace keeping operations.

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As part of Māori Television’s comprehensive Anzac Day coverage, we are giving you the opportunity to create a personal message of remembrance for friends or family who took part in past wars or conflicts. 

Every message will be represented by a poppy placed on our virtual cenotaph.  You can click on the poppies to read the individual messages.

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Kimiora Tamepo left a note on Sunday, 25 April

Tribute to my Grandfather (Te Orongonui Keelan) who rests in El Alamein and to all the officers and soldiers who have passed while serving in the 28th Maori Battalion.

Marie Scarth left a note on Sunday, 26 April

To another man i knew from Wairoa of Tuhoe descent Bill Moana with MAORI Battalion who fought at Monte Cassini...Haere ki hawaiki haere haere...Nice knowing you uncle Bill

Marie Scarth left a note on Sunday, 26 April

Tritributes to Fraei and Reimer great uncles who perished in both world wars and are buried both in le touret and cologne RIP.

Susan Preston left a note on Sunday, 26 April

Rest In Peace Allen penter And so many more young servicemen ( my friends) who I know fought bravely and courageously for this land and our freedom!! Fondly remembered Susan preston ( formally from Auckland) now living in Christchurch NZ

Shaneen Rangirangi left a note on Saturday, 25 April

To you all Rangi Kingi Walter Kopae, Toihau Wharewera, Walter Wharewera, Tini Crapp, Roley Crapp, Tai Moeke Pinto Wahapango, You laid down your lives for your God, your King and your country so that we may live to honor our God also. We are forever grateful for your courage and dedication for the cause.Your families will continue to honour you all mmighty warrioes. May you be forever young , In Jesus name Amen.

Caryl Dimery left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Forever grateful to my Dad Des Minogue, Royal NZ Volunteer on Atlantic convoy duty throughout WW2.

Sandra Georgeff left a note on Saturday, 25 April

In memory of my Nana's beloved brother, Ivor Roulston, who died in May 1945, and is buried in Italy.

Mabel Grennell left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Lest We Forget.

Brionne Ferrier left a note on Saturday, 25 April

In loving memory of the many family members who died in too many battles. and to those whom served and survived and came home and those served in our beautiful country, Aroha Aroha Aroha

Kiri Parata left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Remembering Uncle Te Pehi Parata of Waikanae. Died aged 22 on 13 March 1941. Buried at Durban, South Africa. Member of the 28th Maori Battalion. Nga mihi aroha.

Urukahinga Rei left a note on Saturday, 25 April

He puna wai aroha e kore e horehoretua i te rā. Nā rātau tātau i ora ai, e kore rawa e warewaretia. ❤️

Tom Gardiner left a note on Saturday, 25 April

To my Love Grandfather and best friend Peter NS Smith 4th and 6th RMT

joe Maurirere left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Erana Te Okore Maurirere. Second New Zealand Expeditionary Force (2NZEF). 28 (Maori) Battalion. Kia maumahara tonu tatou ki a ratou. We miss and love you Dad.

Kaylene Worrall left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Sgt.Thomas Wilfred Rongomai Worrall 26565.. 1918-2004.. served with 28th Maori Battalion in WW2 later in J Force...Loved and respected by whanau and all who knew him .

Jane Sherard left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Papa grandfather Manua Tutara. 28th Pioneer Maori Battalion from Pukapuka and after moving to Waimauku, marrying Te Hira Matua Pairama. Placed on behalf of their only surviving child, son Paenua Tutara soon to be 81years old this July, now recovering from a major operation in hospital. E kore e wareware mātou i ngā wā katoa. We will never forget Papa. In rememberance humble respect for that time of sacrifice Paenua Kiri Tutara

Craig Bisset left a note on Saturday, 25 April

F/Sgt Stuart Richard Bisset RNZAF NZ415738 – Air Bomber. Age 20. Died June 23rd 1943 Mulheim Op. For the uncle, I never got to meet.

Mereana Ruri left a note on Saturday, 25 April

Private James Mita Ruri, Service Number 810724; World War II (1939-1945); Jayforce (1945-1948); 28 Maori Battalion, B Company. With respect for your service to our country. We love and miss you every day dad.

Faenza Hewett left a note on Friday, 24 April

39220 L/Corp Wikuki Rewharewha Ka maumahara tonu tatou to whanau e taku tipuna koroua

Michael Holland left a note on Friday, 24 April

Tom, Tommy, David, Arthur. All served across two generations that my generation did not have to. Aways fondly remembered.

Jillian Holland left a note on Friday, 24 April

Mick (Dad) 75 Squadron WW2. Remember all our veterans and the sacrifices they made.

Glenda McDell left a note on Friday, 24 April

Lest we forget

Di Sinclair left a note on Friday, 24 April

For Dad/Poppa...In Loving Memory

Maree D'Ath left a note on Friday, 24 April

Dad (Bill). Grandpop (George) Henry, Geoff and Uncles. We thankyou, respect and love you. We Will Remember Them RIP