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MP Chris Bishop embarrassed after missing Anzac Day wreath ceremony

4/25/2026

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National MP Chris Bishop said he felt embarrassed after his name was announced to lay a wreath at Hutt South Anzac Day dawn service he missed.
Bishop was absent when his name was read at the Hutt South Anzac Day dawn service on 25 April 2026.
Bishop explained he was unaware the Returned Services Association (RSA) counted on his participation.
Bishop added he would have attended had he received a formal invitation.

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National MP Chris Bishop said he felt embarrassed after his name was announced to lay a wreath at Hutt South Anzac Day dawn service he missed.
Bishop was absent when his name was read at the Hutt South Anzac Day dawn service on 25 April 2026.
Bishop explained he was unaware the Returned Services Association (RSA) counted on his participation.
Bishop added he would have attended had he received a formal invitation.