Today, representatives from the Ashburton RSA, New Zealand military and Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown honoured the lives of those who have served the nation in the armed forces by laying wreaths at the Ashburton cenotaph. This was the first year usual Anzac Day services were not held on 25 April due to the COVID-19 lockdown, but the small ceremony held today under Level 3 restrictions helped show the district’s respect for those who have fought and lost their lives in various wars and conflicts. Lest we forget.​

Music Credit: "O Valiant Hearts" by The Central Band of the Royal British Legion​