By Gladys Barreta
The Caroline Springs RSL Sub-Branch will be holding its Annual Commemoration and Dawn Service on Friday, April 25.
The Dawn Service will begin at 6:00am at the RSL Memorial on Lake Street, Caroline Springs, and will be followed by a Gunfire Breakfast and Two-Up, which will take place at WestWaters Hotel.
The Anzac Day March will include veterans, current serving personnel, community groups, and families wishing to take part in this important annual event.
Caroline Springs RSL President, Andrew Marshall, said this year marks the 10th service held in Caroline Springs and is an important day to commemorate the sacrifices of the Defence Force.
“It’s a time for the community to come together and remember anybody who served in the Defence Force,” he said.
“This is a chance for veterans to connect and reflect, with our community coming from all different countries.
“It’s a service that is open to everyone and a time to honour those who have suffered through past battles and wars.”
The day will also be supported by local students, school groups, volunteers, sponsors, and community supporters.
Around the region, the Melton RSL Sub-Branch will commemorate the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings with a service at the Melton Shrine of Remembrance (located outside the front of the Council Offices).
The Dawn Service will begin at 6:00am, and attendees are encouraged to arrive around 5:30am.
A Gunfire Breakfast will follow at the Melton Country Club from 7:00am.
Business attire is encouraged, and veterans are invited to wear their earned Honours and Awards (medals) on the left-hand side of their chest.
Family members are also encouraged to wear the Honours and Awards of their Next-of-Kin on the right-hand side of their chest.
