Nationwide Tributes on Anzac Day: Honoring a Century of Service and Resilience
April 26, 2024On Anzac Day 2024, Australians and New Zealanders commemorated 109 years since the Gallipoli landing, honoring all who served.
Major events took place across Australia and New Zealand, including a First Nations March in Sydney and services in Papua New Guinea, Samoa, and Gallipoli.
Canberra's National Dawn Service drew over 32,000 attendees, while Prime Minister Anthony Albanese paid tribute at the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea.
Anzac Day ceremonies emphasized the ongoing relevance of the day, the contributions of Indigenous soldiers, and the promotion of peace.
In Papua New Guinea, a wreath-laying at the Isurava memorial underscored the enduring bond between Australia and PNG and honored the resilience of Australian troops.
The 25th anniversary of the Australian-led deployment to East Timor was also recognized on this day.
Victoria's second-largest Anzac Day service was held at Geelong's Eastern Beach foreshore, with a significant turnout and expressions of community support for soldiers.
Summary based on 17 sources
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The Guardian • Apr 25, 2024
Thousands gather for dawn services and marches to mark Anzac Day around AustraliaABC News • Apr 24, 2024
Australia and New Zealand honor their war dead with dawn services on Anzac DayAP News • Apr 24, 2024
Australia and New Zealand honor their war dead with dawn services on Anzac DayABC News • Apr 25, 2024
Australians gather at Anzac Day services across the country to honour service men and women