Less than illustrious: remembering the Anzacs means also not forgetting some committed war crimes It was observed […] that the English had slain wounded and captured German prisoners. The Conversation · Apr 20, 2023
Australia and New Zealand armies expand their military co-operation with Plan Anzac, sharing intelligence and technology The new "Plan Anzac" cooperation agreement will allow both armies to share operational intelligence and technology as New Zealand's new PM prepares to meet Anthony Albanese in Australia. ABC News · Apr 18, 2023
'You could've heard a pin drop': students perform a powerful commemorative act "It was the most beautiful intersection of arts commemoration, military families and recognition that I've experienced in Australia." Newcastle Herald · Apr 4, 2023
Stolen Anzac Day tribute to veteran father returned to owner "I just feel really blessed that it is back." Newcastle Herald · Apr 28, 2022
Anzac Day 2022 in Darwin sees Prime Minister Scott Morrison, deputy Labor leader Richard Marles, attend commemorations The sound of a didgeridoo marked the start of Darwin's Anzac dawn service, attended by a large crowd including Prime Minister Scott Morrison and deputy Labor leader Richard Marles. ABC News · Apr 25, 2022
Anzac Day service returns to Kings Park as Perth families embrace driveway dawn services An intimate, invite-only service is held at Perth's State War Memorial to protect vulnerable veterans from COVID as the new tradition of driveway dawn services is embraced by families across Perth. ABC News · Apr 25, 2022
'The bravest thing God ever made': Bob Skelton's poem To the Anzacs honours bravery and courage Topics: To the Anzacs, a moving photo of the Newcastle Memorial Walk and an aid concert. Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2022
For many Australians, Anzac Day has been defined by a pilgrimage to Gallipoli. Can we mark the day differently? After years of pandemic disruptions, crowds will once again be free to attend Anzac Day dawn services and veteran marches on April 25 this year. The Conversation · Apr 24, 2022
An Australian War Memorial sponsored by weapons dealers is no place for quiet reflection on Anzac Day With boastful displays and arms maker sponsors, the memorial falls ever shorter of duty to commemorate the toll of war The Guardian - AU · Apr 24, 2022
Marking a hallowed day with respect It's likely to rain as Australians pay their respects on Monday. Anzac Day has become perhaps the most hallowed secular day on the nation's calendar, a moment to pause for those who sacrificed so much in the days of empire and worldwide warfare. With events in Ukraine, those days feel… Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2022