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NationalMay 2

Helicopter crash victims named

The three men killed when an Air Force Iroquois helicopter crashed on its way to Anzac Day activities crashed early today have been named.
Helicopter crash victims named
Helicopter crash victims named
NationalMay 2

Route of crashed Iroquois questioned

An inquiry has been launched into an Air Force helicopter crash north of Wellington yesterday as questions are raised as to why the machine was flown in fog over rough terrain rather than via the nearby coastline.
Route of crashed Iroquois questioned
Route of crashed Iroquois questioned
NationalMay 2

Record turnouts at Anzac dawn services

Tens of thousands of people have turned out at dawn services across the country to remember fallen New Zealand servicemen and women to mark Anzac Day.
Record turnouts at Anzac dawn services
Record turnouts at Anzac dawn services
NewsMay 2

Groups get into support memorial activities

Waipiata's war memorial has a new angel - just in time for Anzac Day tomorrow.
NationalApril 27

Air force crash victim's dad 'unbelievably proud'

The father of one of three air force crew killed in the Anzac Day helicopter crash says his son died doing what he loved and his family was "unbelievably proud" of him.
Air force crash victim's dad 'unbelievably proud'
Air force crash victim's dad 'unbelievably proud'
DunedinApril 26

Thousands pay their respects

Thousands of people turned out yesterday, attending services and parades to honour those who served in New Zealand's armed forces.
Thousands pay their respects
Thousands pay their respects
NationalApril 25

Lone crewman ran 2km to find wreck

A lone Royal New Zealand Air Force crewman ran for 2km through steep and rugged uphill terrain to get to the mangled helicopter wreck that contained the bodies of his three colleagues.
Lone crewman ran 2km to find wreck
Lone crewman ran 2km to find wreck
NationalApril 25

Helicopter tragedy 'stark reminder' of sacrifices

As soon as the karanga began, the crowd filling Anzac Cove for Gallipoli commemorations hushed completely.
DunedinApril 25

Many pop out for a poppy

Generosity made for a great Poppy Day in Dunedin yesterday.
Many pop out for a poppy
Many pop out for a poppy
DunedinApril 25

Getting into wrong truck a blessing

Getting into the wrong truck on January 10, 1942, might just have saved Richard Skinner's life.
Getting into wrong truck a blessing
Getting into wrong truck a blessing
EditorialApril 23

War and peace

A new century marches on leaving behind those who witnessed the wars of the last.
NationalApril 23

New Zealanders miss out on Anzac holiday again

People annoyed at missing a holiday because Anzac Day falls on a Sunday this year will be even more frustrated to find out that next year for the first time ever Anzac Day will fall on Easter Monday, meaning no holiday again.
NationalApril 23

Umbrellas may be needed for Anzac dawn services

Wind and rain may disrupt Sunday's Anzac dawn services in southern and central parts of the country, the MetService says.
North OtagoApril 22

Poppies laid at memorial oaks

St Patrick's Scouts Brian Driessens (left) and Jibi Kunnethedam, both 14, lay a poppy at a memorial oak tree in Severn St, Oamaru, yesterday.
Poppies laid at memorial oaks
Poppies laid at memorial oaks
Central OtagoApril 22

Captured German field gun restored

A World War 1 trophy field gun in Naseby has been restored to pristine condition - except for shrapnel damage - in time for Anzac Day commemorations.
Captured German field gun restored
Captured German field gun restored
DunedinApril 22

'Last Post' haunting duty for proud bugler

If you think it is tough choking back the emotion during the Last Post on Anzac Day, spare a thought this year for the bugler.
'Last Post' haunting duty for proud bugler
'Last Post' haunting duty for proud bugler
DunedinApril 21

Honour roll makes pupils think

A roll of honour not yet officially unveiled has prompted an emotional reaction from the relatives of former pupils of Dunedin's Kavanagh College who died in World War 2.
Honour roll makes pupils think
Honour roll makes pupils think
Central OtagoApril 21

Anzac contingent's flight not smooth

A few hiccups disrupted the travel plans of a New Zealand contingent, including two Alexandra teenagers, which arrived in Gallipoli yesterday for Anzac Day commemorations. However, an Icelandic volcano was not to blame.
NationalApril 21

No ban on children at NZ Anzac ceremonies

A ban on children walking in some Australian Anzac Day marches won't be adopted by New Zealand's Returned and Services' Association (RSA).
DunedinApril 20

Anzac memorial for seven Portobello soldiers

A visit to Italy five years ago has resulted in Portobello this year having its first Anzac Day service in 50 years. Broad Bay woman Laurel Dunn said a visit to her uncle's grave at the Sangro River Cemetery in Italy five years ago made her think something had to be done at Portobello to remember the local men who died at war.
Anzac memorial for seven Portobello soldiers
Anzac memorial for seven Portobello soldiers
DunedinApril 20

Poppy sellers needed

The Dunedin RSA is seeking more volunteers to sell poppies as the number of able veterans falls by the year.
Poppy sellers needed
Poppy sellers needed
NationalApril 16

Retailers warned to stay closed on Anzac morning

Retailers have been warned that they must stay closed until 1pm on Anzac Day.
NationalApril 16

Poppy appeal starts on Monday

The Returned and Services' Association (RSA) annual Poppy Appeal starts on Monday and runs through to Anzac Day with the traditional Poppy Day Street Collection on Friday, April 23.