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The Anzac Day mid-morning service at Maryborough. Stuart Fast 8am - Howard The main street of Howard was closed off as the Anzac Day march made its way to the city's cenotaph. The Anzac Day parade at Howard. Carlie Walker The march was accompanied by the sound of the bagpipes and ex servicemen and women along with dozens of school children took part in the March. Fraser Coast mayor George Seymour and Cr James Hansen with members of the Craignish Scouts. Carlie Walker A solemn moment of silence was then held at the cenotaph. The march followed the dawn parade, held at 4.20am, whic...

Premium Content Subscriber only The sub-branch presidents of the Maryborough and Hervey Bay RSLs have reflected on what Anzac Day 2021 means for the community after a difficult year. For Maryborough sub-branch president and Vietnam War veteran Paul Coleman, this year's commemorations are a chance to reflect on the contribution of women to Australia's defence and their experience in war time. Maryborough RSL sub-branch President and Vietnam War veteran Paul Coleman speaks at the 2020 Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony at Maryborough RSL. Photo: Stuart Fast   "It think it's something we tend ...

April 24th, 2021 By David Knox Make a commentFiled under: Programming, ABC:  The ABC will cover Anzac Day services in all states and territories on Sunday 25 April as marches return to towns and cities across the country. The Director of ABC Regional & Local, Judith Whelan said Anzac Day still carried deep meaning for Australians. “This was evident in last year’s coverage when Australians from every part of the country stood at their gates at dawn to remember those who have served.” “Anzac Day continues to be one of the largest and most important events the ABC covers. This year we ...

Premium Content Subscriber only He may ride a tank rather than a horse but Warrant Officer Class One (WO1) Allan Ryan from 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment (Queensland Mounted Infantry) will be taking part in the dawn service at Lismore RSL this Anzac Day. But while WO1 Ryan will be on foot this Sunday, he said he considers Lismore his hometown after posting there from 2013 until 2018 as the quartermaster of the 41st Royal NSW Regiment. On Sunday, WO1 Ryan, 60, will be at the dawn service to spend the day with his Lismore-based partner and to catch with old mates and former colleagues.

Communities and Heritage Councillor, Drew Wickerson, said this year there would be a mixture of ways people could honour Australia’s veterans. “Last year, the community found new ways to honour those who have served, and continue to serve our country, which was fantastic to see,” Mr Wickerson said. “The great news is not only are we able to have in person services again, but those new ways, such as RSL Queensland’s Light Up the Dawn campaign, will be back again this year. “We understand not everyone will be able to attend Anzac events and encourage those who can’t attend to part...