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Latest news: Anzac Day

Fit the Bill: Federal government defence statement a slap in the face of the ADF on the eve of Anzac Day

News Bill Stefaniak -
Anzac Day is probably the most sacred day, and for good reason, in the Australian calendar.

Over 30,000 gather at War Memorial for Anzac Day Dawn Service

Local Newstime Media -
A crowd of more than 32,000 people gathered in the dark this morning at the Australian War Memorial for the Anzac Day Dawn Service, commemorating the 109th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing.

Known unto God, the Unknown Australian Soldier

Local Jessica Cordwell -
The Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier honours those sacrificed their lives and is a resting places for those who never came home.

‘Jam packed with love’: the story of the Anzac biscuit

National AAP -
Young soldiers wrote to their families grateful for sweet biscuits sent to the front lines, with the oat-filled treat becoming part of Anzac history.

ACT veterans asked to register for 2024 Anzac Day march

Local Newstime Media -
The RSL ACT Branch and the Australian War Memorial are calling on veterans to register for the 2024 ACT RSL Anzac Day march on Thursday 25 April.

Manuka Oval to host ANZAC Day clash as 2024 AFL fixture revealed

AFL Newstime Media -
Manuka Oval is set to host an ANZAC Day clash between the GWS Giants and Brisbane Lions as the complete 2024 AFL draw was announced today.

More to do to look after returning veterans: Matt Keogh

National AAP -
Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh says Australia has a responsibility to look after returning service men and women.

Australians honour defence personnel, past and present

National AAP -
More than 100 years since the Gallipoli landings, thousands have gathered at dawn services across the country to remember Anzac troops.

The red poppy’s rise as a symbol of remembrance

National AAP -
The red poppy is an enduring symbol of remembrance but you'll rarely if ever see fresh ones at Anzac Day events. Here's why.

Fit the Bill: Are young Australians up to the spirit of Anzac?

Local Bill Stefaniak -
A lot of people I speak to doubt if the current generation of young Australians is up the Anzac spirit. 

Book talk: 3 reads for Anzac Day

Books Newstime Media -
Jeff Popple reviews three books about wartime service and sacrifice for Anzac Day.

The POW camp reclaimed by the relatives of the diggers

National AAP -
The smell of burning gum leaves will permeate a former Japanese POW camp this Anzac Day as relatives of the diggers who suffered and died there seek closure.

Anzac biscuits: Bake a batch this weekend

Food & Wine Newstime Media -
Get yourself into the kitchen this weekend, ahead of the Anzac Day public holiday on Tuesday 25 April.

Time to roll out the Anzac biscuits

Food & Wine Newstime Media -
It’s that time of year again! Time to whip out the golden syrup and oats and roll yourself some Anzac biscuits.

Commemorate Anzac Day at the Australian War Memorial

Local Nicholas Fuller -
Anzac Day is only a few weeks away, and the Australian War Memorial is encouraging people to prepare for the 108th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing.

Anzac Day services return across Australia

National AAP -
Sacrifices made in wars past and present have been remembered at Anzac Day ceremonies across the country and overseas.
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