To honour the courage and sacrifice of Australia’s service men and women, communities across the country are invited to pause for one minute’s silence at 11am this Remembrance Day, Tuesday 11 November.
This year’s Poppy Appeal offers a new opportunity for Australians to show their support for veterans and their families. For the first time, digital poppies can be dedicated online in memory of a loved one. By visiting poppyappeal.com.au, Australians can purchase and personalise a virtual poppy, and share their tribute with friends and family.
Funds raised through the appeal directly support veterans and their families across New South Wales.
Local Services in New England
Remembrance Day services will be held in most major centres across the New England region. Community members are warmly encouraged to attend their local commemorations.
Armidale
The Armidale RSL Sub-Branch will hold a service at the Armidale Memorial Fountain from 10.30am, featuring guest speaker Captain Cameron Moore (RAN).
Bingara
Service at Finch Street and Memorial Avenue, starting at 10.50am, hosted by the Bingara RSL Sub-Branch.
Glen Innes
The Glen Innes RSL Sub-Branch will host a commemorative service at the Glen Innes Cenotaph, Anzac Park (corner of West Avenue and Wentworth Street) from 10.30am. All veterans, families, schools and community members are invited.
Gunnedah
The Gunnedah RSL Sub-Branch will hold a service at the Gunnedah Cenotaph, beginning at 10.45am.
Moree
A Remembrance Day service will be held at the Moree & District Services Club from 11am. All current and former service personnel and members of the public are welcome.
Narrabri
The Narrabri RSL Sub-Branch will gather at the Narrabri RSL Club on Maitland Street at 10.45am.
Tamworth
The official service will commence at 10.15am at Tamworth Town Hall, leading into the national minute’s silence at 11am.
In the evening, Tamworth City Library will host a free event featuring historian Lynette Silver, who will speak on the Sandakan Death Marches.
Uralla
Uralla residents will gather at the Memorial Gates at Alma Park (Hill Street) from 10.50am.
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How to mark Remembrance Day
Pause for a minute
At 11 am on the 11th of November, Australians are asked to observe one minute’s silence in honour of those who served and died in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. Set a reminder, turn on Do Not Disturb, and take a moment to reflect.
Wear a poppy
The red poppy is a national symbol of remembrance. Wear one on your lapel to honour the human cost of war. You can purchase a poppy from your local RSL Sub-Branch or virtual poppies can also be dedicated online at poppyappeal.com.au.
Commemorate locally
Find your local RSL Sub-Branches and attend a Remembrance Day ceremony.
Lend a hand
Supporting veterans can be as simple as offering practical help- mowing a lawn, assisting with shopping, or having a cuppa and a chat. Contact your local RSL Sub-Branch to find out how you can help.
Remember
Lest we forget.
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