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Registrations for 2025 Overseas ANZAC Day services now open

BATTLE OF BRITAIN ‘LACE’

 

Before the break of dawn on 25 April 1915, thousands of young Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed on the beaches of Gallipoli, beginning the Anzac legend.

Every Anzac Day, Australians recommit to keeping the legend alive – to never forget.

Services are held around the world to solemnly remember the sacrifice of not only the Anzacs, but all those who have served in the years since, in defence of our nation.

Registrations are now open for Australians who are looking to make the pilgrimage to attend the Anzac Day Dawn Services in Türkiye and France in 2025, on the 110th anniversary of the landings at Gallipoli.

The Dawn Service in Türkiye will be held at the Anzac Commemorative Site, Gallipoli, followed by a mid-morning Australian Memorial service at Lone Pine Cemetery.

The Dawn Service in France will take place at the Australian National Memorial, near Villers-Bretonneux followed by an Australian service later in the day at the ‘Digger’ Memorial, just outside the town of Bullecourt.

Those who plan on attending either Dawn Service can register for their free attendance passes now. Registration is essential to secure a place at each service.

Travellers are also encouraged to monitor smartraveller.gov.au for the latest travel advice.

 

 

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