Hayley is indeed not only a wonderful singer but a wonderful, gentle, loving person, as those of us who've been lucky enough to meet her can testify to.
Im a serving army soldier and its great to see our sacrifice being recognised by hte Queen. Hayley Westenra is the best choice for this as she has an amazing voice and has great poise. Kia Kaha to everyone of Ngati Tumatauenga. A McMaster 3ANR
My Dad was in the Navy and traveled all over.. He said New Zealand was hands down, the most beautiful country in the entire world. I'm going to visit NZ, to honor my Dad and the Kiwis.
As a American, watching this dedication I want to say thank you to our allies who served alongside us during WWII. God save the Queen. God bless America.
I am Maori and a member of the Returned Services Association...this stuff is good for my tear ducts! I am so proud of my people, my Iwi, my Whanau. The beautiful Hayley honours our country and our people with her lovely voice.
so enjoy the new zealand anthem being sung in both official languages of new zealand - maori and english - isnt that what "partnership" is about? hayleys singing of both anthems was a real treat. thank you new zealand - you continue to show the world that you truly are indeed the first nation! well done!!
For those who say that the Queen did not express any emotion during the anthem - I think you need to look at her eyes, there was emotion there. New Zealanders stand proud because our people went off to war to defend freedom and peace. We have tried hard to right the wrongs of colonialism and work hard in the world to resolve conflict. We stood strong against nuclear testing in the Pacific. The older I get the more it means to me to hold on to tradition. That includes the queen & our pride.
Thanks. You are quite gracious. As it happens I'm a US Army trauma surgeon soon to retire as a Colonel. Seven deployments in as many years has been enough. With the kids all in college, my wife, also a physician and British subject, and I are planning our next adventure. NZ is top on the list along with GB. The problem with GB is that none of our credentials are recognised. NZ and Australia make the move quite easy. We both want to teach. We've had warm welcomes from several universities.
This was at the dedication for the Southern Stand, a New Zealand War Memorial in Hyde Park Corner, London. Attended by the PM's of NZ and Britain, the Queen etc.
Being part Kiwi, my dad was a Kiwi, I am proud of my New Zealand heritage. listening to Hayley brings back memories some sad. my brother who was also a Kiwi passed recently, the funeral was a mixture of English and New Zealand music. Love Maori songs and loved visits to my other homeland.
Forty-two percent of men of military age served in the NZEF. 16,697 New Zealanders were killed and 41,317 were wounded during the war - a 58 percent casualty rate. Approximately a further thousand men died within five years of the war's end, as a result of injuries sustained, and 507 died whilst training in New Zealand between 1914 and 1918. New Zealand had the highest casualty and death rate per capita of any country involved in the war.
More than that, New Zealand is a Dominion. Like Canada, and Australia (for now), the Queen is the Queen of New Zealand, the Head of State, represented locally by a Governor-General.
Totally agree, the Queen does not show any emotion during anthems, it's just the done thing, not any disrespect at all... Queen Elizabeth the 2nd has been on the throne over 60 years and heard many anthems, giver her a break chaps... please... God Bless You Maam...
@wwn6570 I agree. If she was not thinking "God, my feet hurt!" then she may have been remembering a much happier time in her life, 1954 in New Zealand. God Save the Queen!
Yes. I knew a South African surgeon in Australia. He actually worked with Christaan Barnard. He was having difficulties having his credentials recognised in Australia. I suggested he move to New Zealand and work there. Once he had worked in New Zealand, and had his credentials amended/enhanced, he could then move back to Australia, as New Zealand practicing surgeons can work in Australia and vice versa. I am sure the same applies to GB. (more)
New Zealand holds a rare position in the world in that it has two national anthems of equal standing - 'God Defend New Zealand' and 'God Save The Queen'.
Beautiful version of the British National Anthem. I believe New Zealand lost a higher % of it's population than any other country in the British Empire during WW2. What can I say? Thank you - my dad was in Bomber Command and met many Kiwis. I am a member of the C of E Mother's Union and the first overseas branch was in New Zealand - evidence that many of the earliest settlers were farming stock from the south of England. As for the man who said the British Army traditions were "stuck up and dead" compared with the Haka .... total disregard of different cultures, which isn't helpful. We must strive to respect other's cultures as far as possible, not be in competition as in those days of empire.
I believe Britain lost about 0.91%, NZ about 0.72%, Australia 0.52%, Canada about 0.12% . but yes probably the most of Commonwealth nations. Britain losses also included civilian deaths where as NZ's were totally military.
The days are coming where all nz will be singing the anthem in all the stadiums and with gusto, for all will turn to the God of heaven and earth. Psalms 22.27 says all the ends of the earth shall remember and turn to the Lord
No nations are ruled by Britain. All our former colonies are independent now. The handful of Overseas Territories remain under British sovereignty by choice.
NO, that is the case in Canada and Australia but NOT NZ. Look at the website of the Ministry for Culture and Heritage of New Zealand. It is the only country in the world with TWO official national anthems.
That wasn't New Zealand. That was London. 'God Save the Queen' is one of TWO official anthems of New Zealand. Elizabeth II is the Queen of New Zealand. Therefore, Hayley, a good Kiwi girl, was singing BOTH of the national anthems of HER country and in front of HER Queen.
One of the best things to come out of NZ is their national anthem & yeah what do you expect the Queen to do during a national anthem a bloody handstand and a jig? Seriously what does anybody do during a national anthem? Thats right, stand their and soak it in
Look at 2:18 into the video. At 3:15 you also get a close up of the Prime Minister, Helen Clark. (For a while, the Governor-General, Chief Justice, Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition were all women).
@c00per69 It's God Save Our Gracious Queen at the start, the it goes to God Save the Queen. So depending on where Canadians sing God Save our Queen it could be wrong out right aha, but in New Zealand God Save the Queen is also the national anthem (but not sung often)
THIS HAPPENED IN SOUTH AFRICA AS WELL I LOST FAMILY AND THE FEW RETURNING NOT GIVEN A HOME TO LIVE IN RATHER A FEW ITEMS BITS OF CLOTHING A FEW CARPENTER TOOLS AND SOME A BIKE NOT MOTORISED AND THE POLITICIANS GLORIOUS APARTHEID SYSTEM KILLED WHAT WAS LEFT IN DIGNITY
It's OFFICIAL. Equal standing. Go to the Ministry for Culture and Heritage of New Zealand website. It is there and in those exact words: EQUAL STANDING.
What does the part by the Maori (I guess?) at the end mean/translate to? Sorry for being ignorant. I just don't really know a lot about NZ culture and am curious.
"My Country, 'Tis of Thee," also known as "America," is an American patriotic song. The melody is DERIVED from the British national anthem, "God Save the Queen" -- the world's oldest national anthem written in 1745!!! GSTQ is also ONE of TWO official anthems of NZ.
It's called the Haka. It's a traditional Maori challenge to battle. It may be used to commemorate heroic action, especially actions in which the Haka was a prelude, as certainly occurred in North Africa in WW2. The All Blacks are so good at performing it now they are considering dropping the Rugby:)
Hayley is indeed not only a wonderful singer but a wonderful, gentle, loving person, as those of us who've been lucky enough to meet her can testify to.
Im a serving army soldier and its great to see our sacrifice being recognised by hte Queen. Hayley Westenra is the best choice for this as she has an amazing voice and has great poise. Kia Kaha to everyone of Ngati Tumatauenga.
A McMaster 3ANR
My Dad was in the Navy and traveled all over.. He said New Zealand was hands down, the most beautiful country in the entire world. I'm going to visit NZ, to honor my Dad and the Kiwis.
It's where I want to go next!!!🥰
Good choice beautiful country I have been told from 🇬🇧
I am both British and a New Zealander, this video made me cry, I felt so proud.
As a American, watching this dedication I want to say thank you to our allies who served alongside us during WWII.
God save the Queen.
God bless America.
I am Maori and a member of the Returned Services Association...this stuff is good for my tear ducts! I am so proud of my people, my Iwi, my Whanau. The beautiful Hayley honours our country and our people with her lovely voice.
I am impressed every time I hear Haley. The passion of the Maoris is unequalled. I get a stirring in my heart every time I view this. Thanks
Hayley est assurément la plus grande, la plus belle et la plus merveilleuse ambassadrice de la Nouvelle Zélande !!
💖🙏💖
R.I.P all the ANZAC troopers. Australia and New Zealand forever
I wish i lived in New Zealand! beautiful singers and fierce Polynesian warriors.. who could ask for more?
A wonderful video and a moving moment too. God bless NZ!
As a canadian watching this I could not be more proud of the Last Post and God save the queen
That was great to watch! Hayley sang both anthems beautifully and I would like to extent a huge thank you to our Commonwealth Brethren!
Whatever Hayley does, turns the event into an occasion.
so enjoy the new zealand anthem being sung in both official languages of new zealand - maori and english - isnt that what "partnership" is about? hayleys singing of both anthems was a real treat. thank you new zealand - you continue to show the world that you truly are indeed the first nation! well done!!
She sings like the angels!
suficiencia, On voit bien que tu ne sais pas de quoi tu parles !! IGNARE !!
Un ange n'a ABSOLUMENT PAS une voix cristalline comme celle d'Hayley !!
That gave me goosebumps... That is really good comming from a singer.
Very nice anthems United Kingdom and New Zealand, also very nice performance.
I love the UK.
Greeting from Israel.
I'm a Hong Kong people who seldom listen to the National Anthem of New Zealand. Thanks Hayley for bringing this awesome song to me!
For those who say that the Queen did not express any emotion during the anthem - I think you need to look at her eyes, there was emotion there. New Zealanders stand proud because our people went off to war to defend freedom and peace. We have tried hard to right the wrongs of colonialism and work hard in the world to resolve conflict. We stood strong against nuclear testing in the Pacific. The older I get the more it means to me to hold on to tradition. That includes the queen & our pride.
Hayley sings with so much feeling no matter what she sings!
Beautiful renditions of both anthems!
I have lived in both canada and nz and NZ wins hands down.
New Zealand is a nation and not a dominion. Something we earned in blood.
Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful Voice,Very Very Good Video
Thanks. You are quite gracious. As it happens I'm a US Army trauma surgeon soon to retire as a Colonel. Seven deployments in as many years has been enough. With the kids all in college, my wife, also a physician and British subject, and I are planning our next adventure. NZ is top on the list along with GB. The problem with GB is that none of our credentials are recognised. NZ and Australia make the move quite easy. We both want to teach. We've had warm welcomes from several universities.
Wow! Great voice!
This was at the dedication for the Southern Stand, a New Zealand War Memorial in Hyde Park Corner, London. Attended by the PM's of NZ and Britain, the Queen etc.
Be blessed New Zealand
Bless you Hayley
Hayley is fantastic!
Being part Kiwi, my dad was a Kiwi, I am proud of my New Zealand heritage. listening to Hayley brings back memories some sad. my brother who was also a Kiwi passed recently, the funeral was a mixture of English and New Zealand music. Love Maori songs and loved visits to my other homeland.
At 3:32, the Maori with his eyes closed and proudly singing the anthemn - he's singing it from the heart. PROPS to him.
Forty-two percent of men of military age served in the NZEF. 16,697 New Zealanders were killed and 41,317 were wounded during the war - a 58 percent casualty rate. Approximately a further thousand men died within five years of the war's end, as a result of injuries sustained, and 507 died whilst training in New Zealand between 1914 and 1918. New Zealand had the highest casualty and death rate per capita of any country involved in the war.
What a spectacular voice. Wow.
Honor to the fallen and all the relatives.
so moving!!! certainly brings tears to my eyes. so proud to be a kiwi
More than that, New Zealand is a Dominion. Like Canada, and Australia (for now), the Queen is the Queen of New Zealand, the Head of State, represented locally by a Governor-General.
Totally agree, the Queen does not show any emotion during anthems, it's just the done thing, not any disrespect at all... Queen Elizabeth the 2nd has been on the throne over 60 years and heard many anthems, giver her a break chaps... please...
God Bless You Maam...
WOW SHE IS AMAZING
I love New Zealand!!
@wwn6570 I agree. If she was not thinking "God, my feet hurt!" then she may have been remembering a much happier time in her life, 1954 in New Zealand. God Save the Queen!
I AM SO PROUD TO BE A KIWI!!!!!!!!
Congratulations for your national holiday on 6th February New Zealand from your friends in Germany
Yes. I knew a South African surgeon in Australia. He actually worked with Christaan Barnard. He was having difficulties having his credentials recognised in Australia. I suggested he move to New Zealand and work there. Once he had worked in New Zealand, and had his credentials amended/enhanced, he could then move back to Australia, as New Zealand practicing surgeons can work in Australia and vice versa. I am sure the same applies to GB. (more)
This is a war memorial service..one should not be smiling and/or laughing..it is a somber moment!!!
made me cry too! :) amazing video!
New Zealand holds a rare position in the world in that it has two national anthems of equal standing - 'God Defend New Zealand' and 'God Save The Queen'.
Beautiful version of the British National Anthem. I believe New Zealand lost a higher % of it's population than any other country in the British Empire during WW2. What can I say? Thank you - my dad was in Bomber Command and met many Kiwis. I am a member of the C of E Mother's Union and the first overseas branch was in New Zealand - evidence that many of the earliest settlers were farming stock from the south of England. As for the man who said the British Army traditions were "stuck up and dead" compared with the Haka .... total disregard of different cultures, which isn't helpful. We must strive to respect other's cultures as far as possible, not be in competition as in those days of empire.
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I believe Britain lost about 0.91%, NZ about 0.72%, Australia 0.52%, Canada about 0.12% . but yes probably the most of Commonwealth nations. Britain losses also included civilian deaths where as NZ's were totally military.
it is we Americans that changed the lyrics but kept the tune :)
Beautiful
I agree Hayley is gorgeous! I could listen to her sing all day.
Sgtcrab 1 get a life.....dreamer....
New Zealand has two National Anthems, God Save the Queen & God Defend New Zealand
Wow, Hayley Westenra's voice is so intriguing! smooth, silky voice.
*Thumbs-up :)
Of course. I lived much of my life there and was born there. I find all countries beautiful in their own way.
maybe last year
awesome NZ - makes me miss home!!
G' day there mates. What a chillingly wonderful tune.
@artistdeterminedmsv The New Zealand memorial (where this video of the dedication was shot) is at Hyde Park corner in London.
OMG that made me cry!!
amazing .i like
We do have. We are caled Welsh. Scottish, English and Ulstermen/women.
I'm from Spain, I didn't know the NZ anthem so beautiful. check the Spanish one, it's great as well
The days are coming where all nz will be singing the anthem in all the stadiums and with gusto, for all will turn to the God of heaven and earth. Psalms 22.27 says all the ends of the earth shall remember and turn to the Lord
I like it
Yes indeed it is a dream. A dream of peace and a better world. Not my nightmare from 65-68 in my military service. PAX
No need to be sorry. You weren't to know. Thank you for your kind words. :)
Truly, honor, valliance and bravery prevail amidst the bleakest of darkness.
They pay respects to the tribes and the Queen, great man and woman
Hayley went to my school. :)
haha, der haka ist einfach zu geil :)
i loooove nz...
Why should Her Majesty ever "step down?" A monarch serves for life.
thank you. its been bugging me for so long that i didnt know where the anthem came from..haha
No nations are ruled by Britain. All our former colonies are independent now. The handful of Overseas Territories remain under British sovereignty by choice.
NO, that is the case in Canada and Australia but NOT NZ. Look at the website of the Ministry for Culture and Heritage of New Zealand. It is the only country in the world with TWO official national anthems.
That wasn't New Zealand. That was London. 'God Save the Queen' is one of TWO official anthems of New Zealand. Elizabeth II is the Queen of New Zealand. Therefore, Hayley, a good Kiwi girl, was singing BOTH of the national anthems of HER country and in front of HER Queen.
very good video, interesting :) thx
NZ is not a STATE, it's a Country!!
God Save THE QUEEN..NZ has it's own hierachy and Monarchy...haha
The Australian memorial is on the other side of the grass there, behind the camera.
One of the best things to come out of NZ is their national anthem & yeah what do you expect the Queen to do during a national anthem a bloody handstand and a jig? Seriously what does anybody do during a national anthem? Thats right, stand their and soak it in
Look at 2:18 into the video. At 3:15 you also get a close up of the Prime Minister, Helen Clark. (For a while, the Governor-General, Chief Justice, Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition were all women).
@c00per69
It's God Save Our Gracious Queen at the start, the it goes to God Save the Queen. So depending on where Canadians sing God Save our Queen it could be wrong out right aha, but in New Zealand God Save the Queen is also the national anthem (but not sung often)
Roel den Oudsten god save the queen was Canada's national anthem in my young days. O Canada is now. Bev. N.
My country tis of thee
Anzac is a place in Alberta, Canada. They were being funny guys.
God Save the queen
No. ANZAC is the Australia New Zealand Army Corps.
THIS HAPPENED IN SOUTH AFRICA AS WELL I LOST FAMILY AND THE FEW RETURNING NOT GIVEN A HOME TO LIVE IN RATHER A FEW ITEMS BITS OF CLOTHING A FEW CARPENTER TOOLS AND SOME A BIKE NOT MOTORISED AND THE POLITICIANS GLORIOUS APARTHEID SYSTEM KILLED WHAT WAS LEFT IN DIGNITY
wow
It's OFFICIAL. Equal standing.
Go to the Ministry for Culture and Heritage of New Zealand website. It is there and in those exact words: EQUAL STANDING.
What does the part by the Maori (I guess?) at the end mean/translate to? Sorry for being ignorant. I just don't really know a lot about NZ culture and am curious.
To all the ANZAC diggers: Lest we forget.
You made this world a litte bit better.
She can abdicate, but she made that famous speech when she was 21 to serve her whole life, /watch?v=6ogXKT-M6e4
New Zealand and Australia became one, ANZAC, then I ANZAC Corps and II ANZAC Corps. There were no Canadians in any ANZAC force.
Good for you!
i have no clue
but now that i listen to it again, it actually sounds like theyre using it as an anthem
lol
"My Country, 'Tis of Thee," also known as "America," is an American patriotic song. The melody is DERIVED from the British national anthem, "God Save the Queen" -- the world's oldest national anthem written in 1745!!! GSTQ is also ONE of TWO official anthems of NZ.
It's called the Haka. It's a traditional Maori challenge to battle. It may be used to commemorate heroic action, especially actions in which the Haka was a prelude, as certainly occurred in North Africa in WW2. The All Blacks are so good at performing it now they are considering dropping the Rugby:)
Can some one translate the last part of this clip when the men expressed themselves in their national touge?
Very impressive! the last part I mean, is it a war chant or something?
Are you from New Zealand as well?
Is there a translation to the Haka song?
It is also known as The Kaiser Hymn.