Cervantee's Nod of Understanding

Winner of the National Bank Cyril Bassett VC Speech Competition, Cervantee Wild tells her Gallipoli experience to Dion Crooks.

Reserve Dedicated to Vietnam Vet

A large, community reserve has been named in honour of a Vietnam veteran who died seven years ago from cancer driven by defoliant exposure.

Defence Medal Issue Gathers Momentum

The first 34 New Zealand Defence Service Medals were presented in April. The New Zealand Defence Force’s medals office has since received more than 6000 applications – around 200 a day.

Upgrade Produces a 'Timely Haven'

The Papanui Club was in the middle of extensive renovations when the February earthquake struck Christchurch. But, luckily for club members and the Christchurch region, the club was not badly damaged.

Howick Remembrance Unhindered by Rain

Pouring rain did not dampen Anzac Day at Howick. Howick RSA president Jim East was “absolutely amazed” at the turnout at the both (dawn and 11am) services at Stockade Hill.