For me, Anzac Day is a time to remember my Pa - my father's maternal grandfather.
He served in the British Army in World War I and received a Distinguished Conduct Medal for his heroic actions, then served in the New Zealand Army in the second world war.
While I never had
the privilege of meeting him, I had the honour of wearing his medals when my father and I attended a dawn service at the Mount a few years ago.
Every Kiwi has their own story like this, their own war hero to remember today.
In today's paper, we remember the 42 local men who died serving their country.
On pages 10 and 11, we share their photos and stories, as compiled by Betty Eaton-Woodcock.
We also have coverage from the city's Anzac Day services on page A5 and A9.
Growing interest in Anzac Day, which also honours returned veterans, has seen the numbers attending services swell over the years.
Thousands across this region attended services - it is pleasing to see that the rain did not deter them from paying their respects.
Lest we forget.
