Matakana War Memorial ANZAC Day Service

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 am UTC+12:00

994 Matakana Rd, 0948 | Leigh

Matakana War Memorial
Publisher/HostMatakana War Memorial
Matakana War Memorial ANZAC Day Service
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Matakana War Memorial Anzac Day Service 2026
Join us as we gather to remember and reflect.
This year’s theme is “The War Came Home.”
A time to honour those who served, and the families and communities who carried the weight of war.
Master of Ceremonies: Christopher Sotheran
Commemorative Speaker: Harley Norton Jnr
With guest appearances by musicians Kenny Luond and Terry Prince.
Young Andrew Graham will recite the Rudyard Kipling poem “My Boy Jack.”
Parking is available at the Matakana Community Parking Lot, between the Memorial and Matakana School.
Everyone is welcome.
After the service, take time to linger in the village.
Stop at the Tramcar Cafe for Anzac biscuits and tea.
Lest we forget.
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994 Matakana Rd, 0948, 948 Matakana Rd, Matakana 0985, New Zealand, Leigh

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