Historic black and white image of Karori Cemetery, with concentric graves as crosses

Military Tales

Join us on our brand new tour and hear tales from our military history.

Karori Cemetery Service’s Section was established in 1916 and was the first and largest such cemetery to be established in New Zealand. Soldiers buried in the Cemetery have fought in the NZ Wars, the South African War, WWI and WW2, and the Korean, Malayan, and Vietnam Wars. 

The Friend’s Military Tales tour of the Service’s Section visits the graves of over 20 prominent and decorated soldiers and nurses.

The tour takes about 1 ½ hours and includes off-trail walking requiring moderate mobility. The tour starts and ends at the Shelter at the centre of the Cemetery and parking is available. Numbers will be limited.

Health & Safety

The tour includes off trail walking requiring moderate mobility.  Please dress appropriately for the conditions. While we do our best to guide you on a safe walking route, the ground can be wet and slippery in places.

Location
The Shelter, Karori Cemetery, 79 Old Karori Road, Karori

Regions

Wellington

Tags

Site Tour
Talk

Event times

1:30-3pm Sun 29 Oct


Booking required

Cost: $10

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Friends of Karori Cemetery

We are a group of volunteers who seek to promote public interest in the Cemetery which is the second largest in New Zealand covering 100 acres. Our purpose is to advocate for and develop the heritage and ecological values of Karori Cemetery, and to assist with grave/plot restoration.

Email: info@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz

Website: http://friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz