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DescriptionLike all of New Zealand, the Clutha District has been significantly impacted by military conflict, most notably World War One and Two. Today, often all that remains of a South Otago community is a war memorial in what is seemingly the middle of nowhere. These memorials list many names, a reminder of the contribution made by small, isolated communities at the bottom of the world. They also sit as a reminder to what these communities once were. A signifier as to what came before. In 2012, the Clutha District Council undertook a project to conserve, restore, and if required, replace these memorials. An acknowledgement of the heritage which these monuments mark.

Beyond military service, the Clutha District has also been important as a base of essential industries with manpower and land girls working in the community during the World Wars. Additionally, a WWII military training camp was based at Waiwera South between 1942 and 1946.

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March - Lawrence 2021 Anzac Day

Raising the Flag - Lawrence Anzac Day 2021

Laying of poppies Lawrence Anzac Day 2021

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Owaka Anzac Day Service Programme Booklet