David Moger
Full Covid-19 vaccination a challenge for funeral directors
There is concern low vaccination rates among funeral directors could stop grieving families viewing the body of their loved one despite strict Covid-19 rules being loosened.
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MPs hear NZers' traumatic experiences under Covid-19 lockdown
The trauma of the Covid-19 lockdown on those who had nothing to do with the disease was laid bare for MPs on Wednesday.
The Epidemic Response Committee has been hearing about experiences of death -… Audio
Small funeral operators expected to coexist with big business
Small locally-owned funeral homes are expected to remain a force in the market, despite larger Australian operators moving in and taking an increasing stake. Audio
Anger over Vietnam's cancellation of war commemoration service
Today is the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, and Vietnam has abruptly banned the commemoration service. Audio
RSA campaigning to save current New Zealand flag
The campaign to save the existing New Zealand flag is kicking into gear after the alternative was confirmed yesterday. Audio
Anzac Day past, present and future
The chief executive of the RSA David Moger reflects on the celebration of Anzac Day past, present and future. Audio
Poppies
In Australia the term BRANDZAC is being bandied about as many commercial entities cash-in on ANZAC Day. We talk to the RSA's David Moger about this and also what's in store for this year's Poppy Day… Audio
Australia saves New Zealand from poppy shortfall
Australia is helping rescue New Zealand from an ANZAC poppy crisis, with 200-thousand Australian poppies arriving in the country today. Audio
Millions of Anzac Day poppies go on on sale today
Hundreds of poppy volunteers are taking to the streets around New Zealand today to mark Poppy Day. Audio