Jason Heale, Communications Manager at independent think-thank Maxim Institute in Auckland New Zealand

Dr Rowan Light on Anzac Day

By Jason Heale April 25, 2022

On this special episode, honouring those who have served our country, Executive Director Tim Wilson talks to Dr Rowan Light about his recently released book; Anzac Nations: The legacy of Gallipoli in New Zealand and Australia, 1965–2015, Rowan examines the myth-making around Anzac and how commemoration has evolved, he reflects on his own experience of ANZAC growing up, and of being at the Anzac Centenary in 2015, then offers some thoughts on how we might see changes in the future.

We hope you enjoy this very special episode honouring the sacrifice of those who have served our country.

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Jason Heale, Communications Manager at independent think-thank Maxim Institute in Auckland New Zealand

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