Wreath Making for Anzac Day

April 25 brings reflection, solemnity, realism and pride across New Zealand and Australia. This mix of emotions gains public coherence through an old custom: the laying of wreaths.

Stratford is getting ready to commemorate this year’s ANZAC Day with it’s wreath making morning. A long time tradition of the Stratford community, residents come together to create wreaths which are then laid in the Hall of Remembrance on Broadway.

Stratford Mayor Neil Volzke says “ANZAC day is a time of remembrance that continues to increase in stature every year and has a particular significance this year with 2015 marking 100 years since New Zealand went to participate in World War One. I invite those who are able, to come and make a wreath to be later placed in the Hall of Remembrance.”

Those interested in making wreaths are invited to join Mayoress Debbie at the War Memorial Centre on Friday 24 April from 9.30am – 1.00pm. Some flowers are provided but donations of flowers would be most appreciated. Morning tea will be provided for participants.

Those who prefer to drop off pre-made wreaths can do so between 1.00pm and 2.00pm directly to the Hall of Remembrance on Friday 24 April.

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