0:04:52 Friday 11 April 2025

What is Easter all about?

The Easter holiday is one founded in religious belief, but yet in today's consumer driven society, it is in danger of becoming a 'greeting card holiday' as its original meaning is replaced with enthusiasm for chocolate.

SunLive took to the streets of Mount Maunganui to find out what some people there thought Easter was all about, asking the question: What is the most important aspect of Easter for you?

Spending time with family and going on holiday.
Rachel McKain, Maungatapu

Jesus is the most important reason for Easter.
Marla Flynn, Phoenix, Arizona, USA

It's not really a big event for me, just mainly the chocolate eggs.
Ashley Byers, Australia

Sending Easter eggs to my grandchildren.
Kath Kernohan, Mt Maunganui

Days off.
Mike Parker, Rotorua

Friends and family and enjoying time off work.
Sara Laugesen, Tauranga

Family, religion and a holiday weekend.
Christine Williams, Katikati

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