New Zealand to mark Vietnam Veterans’ Day
On Tuesday 18 August, New Zealand will mark Vietnam Veterans’ Day.…
Cancelled: Commemoration to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
The National Commemorative Service planned to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War has been cancelled, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage Chief Executive…
New Zealand to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War
[12 August 2020 update - Regrettably, this service is no longer possible due to restrictions in place in response to COVID-19 pandemic].…
Carillon Tower detailed seismic assessment released
Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has today released online the final detailed seismic assessment on the Carillon Tower at the National War Memorial in Wellington. The final report…
Professor Juliet Gerrard appointed to Te Papa Board
Juliet Gerrard, currently the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Adviser and University of Auckland professor in biological and chemical sciences, is newly appointed to the board of Te Papa Tongarewa,…
New Zealand marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day
The 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe will be acknowledged in New Zealand on 8 May with video messages from the Governor-General and Prime Minister.…
New Zealanders encouraged to gather as virtual communities for Anzac Day
For the first time since Anzac services began in 1916, New Zealanders won’t be gathering at public services and war memorials nationwide on Saturday to mark this significant day of remembrance.…
No National Anzac Day Services and Pacific Islands Memorial Unveiling Postponed
National Anzac Day Services at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park and Atatürk Memorial will not be going ahead this year due to the mass gathering restrictions in place in response to COVID-19. The…
New Zealand Flag half-masting directive - First anniversary of the March 15 Christchurch mosque attacks
First anniversary of the March 15 Christchurch mosque attacks. Immediate effect and weekend of 14 – 15 March 2020.…
Ngati Porou share their journey towards Te Tiriti settlement
Today’s launch of the Ngati Porou treaty settlement documentary is significant for the iwi and for all New Zealanders as we further our understanding of the journey to Te Tiriti o Waitangi…