Archive for April 2023
ANZAC Day 2023 – Lest We Forget
The word ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. The soldiers who fought together became known as Anzacs, exemplifying a tradition of service, selflessness and mateship. April 25th was officially designated ANZAC Day in 1916 by Australia and New Zealand. It is a national holiday in both countries and a day of remembrance.…
Read MoreANZAC Day Dawn Services Guide
ANZAC Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates the bravery and sacrifice of those who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. The ANZAC Day dawn service is a traditional commemorative event that takes place at dawn on the 25th of April each year. The…
Read MoreTake a Virtual Kokoda Track Memorial Walk to the ANZAC Research Institute
The Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway is an 800 metre track along the Brays Bay foreshore that acts as a living memorial and site of commemoration for all those who fought for Australia during World War II. The walkway has been planted with tropical vegetation that resembles the conditions of the original Kokoda Track, and leads…
Read MoreArtist Lee Hampton creates artwork for the ANZAC Research Institute – “Healing the Past, Present & Future”
Lee Hampton is a contemporary Aboriginal artist and descendant of the Wodi Wodi, Worimi and Yuin people. Lee has created artwork to commemorate the ANZAC Research Institute’s 20th Anniversary, and presented it to the institute at Admiralty House. The artwork is now on display at the entry of the institute, and highlights it’s unique ANZAC…
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