Tag Archives: national anthem

Silly NZ National Anthem Suggestions

Silly NZ National Anthem Suggestions

Catch the hilarious cast of 7 Days have a debate on changing the national anthem. 3 different suggestions and 3 different objections in the form of serious jokes.

New Zealand National Anthem “God Defend New Zealand”

New Zealand National Anthem “God Defend New Zealand”

Grant Sullivan singing God Defend New Zealand at the Rugby League World Cup 2008 finals where New Zealand took on Australia, and went on to win 34-20.

Washing Machine Plays NZ National Anthem

Washing Machine Plays NZ National Anthem

After being forgotten for 20 years a secret feature of Fisher & Paykel washing machines has been revealed – they can play God Defend New Zealand! Watch the video to find…

Hayley Westenra: God Defend New Zealand

Hayley Westenra: God Defend New Zealand

New Zealand songstress Hayley Westenra sings the national anthem.

New Zealand National Anthem in Maori

New Zealand National Anthem in Maori

Take a listen to this beautiful rendition of the New Zealand national anthem on Maori.

National Anthem or Call to Arms?

National Anthem or Call to Arms?

Research by Auckland military historian Colin Andrews has cast a new light on NZ’s national anthem, penned by Thomas Bracken in 1876. Andrews believes that the line “Guard Pacific’s triple star” refers to the three stars…