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Locals encouraged to attend ANZAC Day ServicesMember for Morwell Russell Northe is encouraging locals to attend ANZAC Day services, an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by Australian servicemen and women. By news@gippsland - 21st April 2016 - Back to News Member for Morwell Russell Northe is encouraging locals to attend ANZAC Day services across the Morwell Electorate this ANZAC Day.
Mr Northe said a century ago, men and women from all over Australia were called upon to leave behind their family and friends and cross the sea to serve their country.
"From a population of less than five million, more than 400,000 enlisted," Mr Northe said.
"Of these young men and women more than 60,000 made the ultimate sacrifice, whilst more than 156,000 were wounded, gassed or taken prisoner," he said.
"ANZAC Day is not a day to glorify war, but to remember those who have served our country during times of conflict and crisis, and to reflect on their selfless sacrifice to ensure our freedom.
"On 25 April every year, we pay tribute to those who have lost their lives in the tragedy of war and remember the ANZAC legacy of courage, mateship and sacrifice.
"It is also a time to remember the deep emotional scars that many carried silently following this terrible time in our history and the impact of war on families spanning generations."
Mr Northe said ANZAC Day was an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices made by Australian servicemen and women not only during World War I but also to recognise all members of the Australian Defence Force who continue to serve around the world.
"It is heartening though to see increasing numbers of people, especially our younger generations, attending ANZAC services paying tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy the freedom and lifestyle we do," he said.
Mr Northe also paid tribute to local RSL Clubs for their ongoing efforts in educating particularly our younger generations on what the ANZAC spirit means along with their hosting of local ANZAC day services.
Mr Northe will attend services at Tyers, Yallourn North, Newborough, Traralgon and Morwell. Media contact: 5133 9088
ANZAC Day services across Latrobe City, Monday 25 April:
Traralgon
6am - Dawn Service - Cenotaph, Kay Street Gardens, Traralgon
11am - Service - Cenotaph, Kay Street Gardens, Traralgon
Morwell
5.45am - Dawn Service - Cenotaph, corner Tarwin and Elgin Streets, Morwell
11.45am - Service - Cenotaph, corner of Tarwin and Elgin Streets, Morwell
Churchill
9am - Service - Churchill Place, Phillip Parade, Churchill
Newborough
6am - Dawn Service - Cenotaph, Boolarra Avenue, Newborough
9.30am - Service - Cenotaph, Boolarra Avenue, Newborough
Yallourn North
9.00am - Service - Cenotaph, Reserve Street, Yallourn North
Yinnar
6am - Dawn Service - Cenotaph, Main Street, Yinnar
9.15am - Service - Cenotaph, Main Street, Yinnar
Tyers
7.45am - Service - Cenotaph, outside the Tyers Community Hall, Mount Hope Road, Tyers
Glengarry
8.50am - Service - Cenotaph, Main Street, Glengarry
Moe
6am - Dawn Service - Cenotaph, Albert Street, Moe
11.00am - Service - Cenotaph, Albert Street, Moe
Office of Russell Northe MLA
Member for Morwell
Shadow Minister for Consumer Affairs
Shadow Minister for Liquor and Gaming Regulation
Russell Northe MLA
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: news@gippsland.com
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