NZ Identity & Heritage

Learn about New Zealand's national symbols and monuments.

  • National War Memorial in Wellington

  • National War Memorial

    Visit the National War Memorial in Buckle Street, Wellington, which is open seven days a week. Read about the history of the art-deco Carillon tower which was opened in 1932.

  • New Zealand Coat of Arms

  • Rules & protocols

    Learn about the emblems and memorials which are protected by legislation.

  • National monuments & war graves

    Read about the national monuments and war graves that we care for.

  • Protected objects

    We administer the Protected Objects Act. Learn how you can become a registered collector of taonga tūturu.

  • New Zealand Flag

  • Flags

    Information about purchasing, displaying and storing the New Zealand Flag.