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Every year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?
For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was… View moreEvery year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?
For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was rather originally conceived for an American audience.
The symbol of the poppy itself comes from Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae's famous WW1 poem 'In Flanders fields', which begins with the opening lines: "In Flanders fields the poppies blow, between the crosses row on row".
It was these moving verses which inspired American war secretary Moina Michael to use red silk poppies as a symbol of remembrance.
After campaigning for two years to get the symbol recognised nationally, the poppy was adopted by the National American Legion as their official symbol at a conference in 1920.
Attending this conference was Frenchwoman Anna A Guérin, who saw the potential to sell poppies and put the proceeds towards caring for veterans, their families and poor children. She also had the foresight to take it beyond America to Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
After her representative Colonel Alfred Moffatt suggested the idea to the RSA in September 1921, a motion was passed and the RSA placed the first order for poppies.
Like the other countries, the RSA was planning to hold its first annual Poppy Appeal around Armistice Day (November 11): however, thanks to the French ship carrying the poppies arriving late, the decision was made to delay sales until Anzac Day, 1922.
The first Poppy Appeal was a huge success, birthing the tradition where poppies go on sale in the weeks before Anzac Day and thus tying them to the day forever.
While the poppies were originally sourced from France, the RSA began producing its own in 1931, which were made by former servicemen in Auckland and Christchurch. Production was to go offshore again in 2010: however, this proved controversial and the contract eventually returned to Christchurch for the period from 2014 to 2019.
As poppies reappear this year, take a moment to remember their long journey and how they help the very organisation caring for our soldiers.
Yet more importantly, like the generations before us moved by McCrae's poem, remember those Flanders fields and what the symbol truly stands for - to never forget.
Story by Jordan Gowan
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On Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than … View moreOn Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than 300,000 New Zealanders who served their country and the 30,000 who have died in service, and had been a public holiday since 1921.
A list of the main services across the region is included in the link below. For local services contact your RSA.
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AT 4AM ON 5 MAY, TAI BURST IN THE BACK DOOR! HE HAS LOST 25% OF HIS BODY MASS, IS HOARSE FROM CALLING, AND VERY HUNGRY. BUT THANKFULLY UNINJURED. BEEN LOCKED IN SOMEWHERE? WHO KNOWS! PLEASE *ALWAYS CHECK THERE ARE NO CATS TRAPPED BEFORE YOU CLOSE UP A SHED, GARAGE, CARAVAN, RENTAL, OR YOUR HOME.
… View moreAT 4AM ON 5 MAY, TAI BURST IN THE BACK DOOR! HE HAS LOST 25% OF HIS BODY MASS, IS HOARSE FROM CALLING, AND VERY HUNGRY. BUT THANKFULLY UNINJURED. BEEN LOCKED IN SOMEWHERE? WHO KNOWS! PLEASE *ALWAYS CHECK THERE ARE NO CATS TRAPPED BEFORE YOU CLOSE UP A SHED, GARAGE, CARAVAN, RENTAL, OR YOUR HOME.
If you've perhaps seen a large light-GINGER quite fluffy neutered male cat, quite substantial - our boy has been missing from BURNSIDE for about 2 weeks. He seems to do this periodically, but not usually for this long. He is 7 years old and microchipped but doesn't wear a collar. Please check any sheds or garages you may have left open and then locked. He's very gentle but a bit timid about noise (quake refugee). Very cuddly and not scared of dogs. Loves (adores) small children who are gentle with him.
Over the next few weeks, chlorine will be introduced to the water supply at each of Christchurch's 56 pump stations.
Treatment will be rolled out in stages across the city, starting in Brooklands, Kainga and Spencerville on Monday (March 26) and then Riccarton, Halswell, Parklands, … View moreOver the next few weeks, chlorine will be introduced to the water supply at each of Christchurch's 56 pump stations.
Treatment will be rolled out in stages across the city, starting in Brooklands, Kainga and Spencerville on Monday (March 26) and then Riccarton, Halswell, Parklands, Heathcote Valley and around Lyttelton harbour in the coming weeks.
My dog is just a bit too big for this medium sized crate - would anyone be interested in swapping for a bigger one or buying it? It has never been used. Has two doors and measurements are 76 x 48 x 53cm (L x W x H). Instructions and divider included. Suitable for dogs up to 18kgs.
hi I just wondered does anyone out their have a mountain bike ladies for sale or where I could get one cheap as mine was stolen from work today. they cut through the padlock with bolt cutters and I am still in shock and digusted would appreciate any feedback thanks
4 Avanti Rims off my Suzuki Swift For Sale $300 ono. In good condition. Tyres not included
Anzac day is on Wednesday! Your wheelie bins will be emptied one day later than normal this ANZAC Day and the days following.
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The cost of sending letters, parcels and couriers will increase next year, NZ Post says.
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Have you heard Transport Minister Phil Twyford's views on wheel clamping? He says it either needs to be banned or regulated - and he was working on legislation to see it banned. What are your thoughts? To read more, click here.
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