Anzac Day
On 25 April we will remember them. Lest we forget.
Australian and New Zealand troops (the ANZACs) landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula on 25 April 1915 where they, along with other Commonwealth Forces, held ground against almost impossible odds for eight months, against a Turkish force determined to defend their homeland. Both sides suffered horrendous casualties.
But amongst the ravines and gullies of that rugged battleground, the Anzac spirit was formed. The Anzac spirit has become the benchmark for standards of courage, mateship and determination.
Initially, Anzac Day commemorated those who served and sacrificed their lives in the Great War. However, in the years since WWI, Australian troops have answered the call in conflicts across the globe, and the date has become the day on which the nation remembers all those who have served and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in all the conflicts that Australia has participated in.
We will remember them.
25 April
Learn more about Anzac Day
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Hosting an Anzac Day service
Information about timings and a suggested order of service for hosting a commemorative event.
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Ceremonial resources
With these tools, you can host your own ANZAC Day service or reflect in private.
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History of Anzac Day
Learn about ANZAC Day traditions that date back more than a century.
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Features of Anzac Day
Features of Anzac Day such as The Ode, the Reveille, the Last Post, and Rosemary are long-standing traditions of Anzac Day events.
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Digital resources
Posters, social media and resources to use in your workplace and in your community.
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Activities
Looking for ANZAC Day activities? Whip up a batch of traditional Anzac Day biscuits, or create a rosemary wreath. Here’s just a few ideas for all ages.
INTERNATIONAL ANZAC DAY SERVICES
Please note, this is not an exhaustive list, merely the services we have been informed about. If you would like us to add an international service, please email enquiries@rsl.org.au
Host Resources for Anzac Day
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) has designed a digital Kitbag to help families and communities commemorate Anzac Day.
Here you can find the following resources:
Order of Service
Ode of Remembrance
Music
National Anthem
Sample Speeches
There are also social media images available to download, craft activities for children to help them learn about the importance of commemoration. The Anzac Day Kitbag is available from the Anzac Portal