How to Honor ANZAC Day 2025: 5 Unique Ideas for Kiwis

On April 25, ANZAC Day 2025 will bring New Zealanders together to honor the courage and sacrifice of ANZAC soldiers. From Gallipoli to today’s peacekeeping efforts, their legacy lives on. Here are five meaningful ways to celebrate ANZAC Day 2025 in New Zealand, combining tradition with fresh ideas to show respect.

Top 5 Meaningful Ways to Commemorate ANZAC Day 2025

1. Join a Dawn Service with a Personal Tribute

View of ANZAC memorial grounds with New Zealand skyline in the background on ANZAC Day 2025 — A panoramic view of ANZAC memorial grounds, where thousands gather for Dawn Services

Attend a Dawn Service at a local cenotaph, like Auckland War Memorial Museum or Wellington’s National War Memorial. Bring a handwritten note or small token to place at the memorial, adding a personal touch to your tribute. Check RSA websites for event times.

2. Wear a Red Poppy and Share Its Story

Pin a red poppy to your jacket, a symbol of remembrance sold by the RSA to support veterans. Share its significance—rooted in Flanders’ fields—on social media with #ANZACDay2025. This small act amplifies the message and honors our Heros.

3. Create an ANZAC Family Memory Book

Gather your whānau to compile stories, photos, or recipes (like ANZAC biscuits) in a memory book. Include tales of relatives who served or local war memorials. This keeps the spirit alive for future generations.

4. Volunteer for Veterans’ Causes

Support Kiwi veterans by volunteering with the RSA or local charities. Help at ANZAC Day 2025 events, like poppy sales, or contribute to mental health programs. Visit rsa.org.nz to find opportunities near you.

5. Explore Virtual ANZAC Exhibits

Can’t attend in person? Dive into online exhibits from Te Papa or Auckland War Memorial Museum. Live-streamed ANZAC Memorial services and virtual Gallipoli tours let you honor heroes from home. Share your experience online to inspire others.

Make This day Unforgettable

Red roses laid on snow-covered railway tracks as a symbol of remembrance — Red roses placed in solemn tribute—reminding us of the cost of conflict and value of peace.

This ANZAC Day 2025, honor our heroes with these unique ideas. Whether at a Dawn Service or online, your actions keep the ANZAC spirit alive. Lest we forget.

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