The day started off with a drizzle, but that didn't stop thousands from gathering to mark the day.
The event is honouring fallen Kiwi and Australian soldiers.
The Prime Minister has urged all Kiwis to play their part in preserving peace during her Anzac Day speech.
Dozens of children have been taking part in commemorations at Mount Maunganui on Monday morning.
Locals in two small villages in the heart of Maniototo are determined to finally get their own war memorial.
Last year was a bumper turn out at Auckland's Domain service after Covid disrupted the year before, but numbers are expected to be low this year.
After six decades in storage, "one of the prettiest aeroplanes ever built" offers a glimpse into history.
Poppies grew in the battlefields of Belgium and France, and after World War I were seen as a tribute to those who died.
Rowers in NZ and Australia rowed 2504 metres as many times as they could today.
1 NEWS looks at how things have changed for women in our armed forces over the years.
The choir sang Wairua Tapu, a hymn to the holy spirit, at the National Anzac Day service.
For the second year in a row, Anzac Day services across the UK were cancelled because of Covid-19.
Dame Patsy Reddy reflected on those who didn't come home from war.
Tens of thousands around New Zealand and across the world have gathered to commemorate Anzac Day.
The Prime Minister noted the significant strides women have taken in the military.
"Safe drivers will be given a poppy at roadsides and checkpoints to thank them," police say.
A project in Kāpiti is recycling old vinyl records in their latest project that aims to create a more inclusive society.
Many tales were told at today's emplacement event, of the brave men and women who’ve put their lives on the line for New Zealand.
Poppy Flight sees knitters around New Zealand stitching together two poppy art works.
The All Blacks great says he learned to play the pipes as a "party trick".
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