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Anzac Day 2021
Deakin has a proud history of military service and Anzac Day is an opportunity for us to pay our respects and show our gratitude for the service and sacrifice of all those who have served and provided us with the freedoms we enjoy today.
Last year, with the challenges of the coronavirus, we found new and creative ways to honour those who serve and have served — driveway vigils at dawn, private floral tributes, and contacting current and former defence personnel to check in and thank them for their service.
This year, I encourage everyone to attend a local service if possible and show your respect for those who have served, subject to local health advice.
For what they have done this we will do — the simple reason all Australians must ensure the legacy of commemoration continues this Anzac Day.
Anzac Day is the most sacred day of commemoration on the Australian calendar and a time for us to remember the service and sacrifice of all Australian service personnel who have served our nation for over a century.
However you choose to commemorate the day, please do so in a respectful and safe way, ensuring our veterans, current Australian Defence Force members, their families and the thousands of descendants of our veterans know that we value the contribution of those who have served our country.
While the coronavirus pandemic still affects how we do things, there are many ways Australians can mark Anzac Day. Please see below for ideas on how to commemorate this special day.
Lest we forget.