Australians gather at Anzac Day services across the country to honour service men and women

11 Greatest Speeches for ANZAC Day — Speakola

Nations join for Anzac Day ceremony

Under. On. Above. In any direction, our Anzac-class frigates have the tools to defend themselves and conduct offensive actions. By themselves, and with other naval partners, HMNZ Ships Te Kaha and Te Mana and their ship’s companies, are at the sharp end of our Navy’s operational response. | Royal New Zealand Navy

History can be symbolised in small objects. ⚓ We built the Anzac class frigates and a ceremonial axe and block were used to launch each of the 10 ships (eight for Australia and two for New Zealand). Much like breaking a champagne bottle over the bow, this nautical tradition blessed each vessel with good luck for the decades of service that followed. 🚢 As part of #NavyWeek, we’re looking back at our collaborations with the #AusNavy. Read more about the Anzac Ship Project’s launching axe and bloc

WATCH🎬 Following their upgrade, our Anzac-class frigates now have the type of world-class combat and surveillance capability to provide a vital contribution wherever they are deployed to advance New Zealand’s interests from the sea. #NZNavy #Force4NZ | Royal New Zealand Navy