ANZAC day wreath laid at base of cenotaph

ANZAC Day is a significant occasion in both New Zealand and Australia, commemorating the sacrifices of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) soldiers who fought during World War I. Since then, ANZAC Day has come to represent all soldiers who served and died in military operations. It is a day to remember and honour their bravery, loyalty, and sacrifices.

ANZAC Day is celebrated on 25th April every year. It is a public holiday in both countries, and commemorative services are held throughout the day. Wreaths play a significant role in these services as a symbol of remembrance and honour.

Wreaths are made up of flowers, usually red poppies, which have come to symbolize ANZAC Day. Poppies are said to have grown on the battlefields of Flanders in World War I, and since then have come to represent the sacrifice of soldiers. The wreath is usually laid at a war memorial or cenotaph as a symbol of respect and remembrance.

Wreaths are an important part of ANZAC Day because they provide a visual representation of our respect and remembrance for those who have served and died in military operations. They serve as a reminder that we must never forget the sacrifices of our soldiers and the impact of war on our communities.


ANZAC Day is a significant occasion in NZ and Australia, commemorating the sacrifices of our soldiers who fought in military operations. Wreaths play a vital role in ANZAC Day services, symbolizing our respect and remembrance for our soldiers. Remembering and honouring our soldiers with wreaths is an important way to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten.