In locations across the country and around the world, Australians have gathered today to honour those who have served the nation in wars, conflicts and peace and humanitarian operations.
In Australia, the Dawn Service at the Australian War Memorial attracted more than 30,000 people to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the Anzac landings on Gallipoli in 1915.
Anzac Day services have been held in Australia since 1916, with the day formally observed as a day of commemoration in every state and territory since the 1920s.
Pilgrimages on Anzac Day to places where Australians have served has been a long standing tradition, with Australians commemorating Anzac Day on the Gallipoli Peninsula from as early as 1923.
Estimated attendance at Anzac Day international commemorative services are below:
Dawn Service, Gallipoli, Türkiye | 1,507 people |
Lone Pine Service, Gallipoli, Türkiye | 1153 people |
Dawn Service, Australian National Memorial, France | 1,711 people |
Dawn Service, Hellfire Pass, Thailand | 1,213 people |
Dawn Service, Sandakan, Malaysia | 275 people |
Bomana War Cemetery service, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea | 3,300 people |
Isurava Memorial service, Isurava, Papua New Guinea | 90 people |
Media note on Anzac Day reporting
Anzac Day can be an emotional time for veterans and families, and for those currently serving in the Australian Defence Force.
As you cover stories and run programs about Australia’s military history and its effect on Australians who have served in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) requests you include
