RSL NSW President Ray James says ANZAC Day is a time for the NSW community to come together and pay tribute to all members and veterans of the Australian Defence Force who have followed in the Anzac’s footsteps – soldiers, sailors and air force personnel – for their service and sacrifice.
“As the custodians of the ANZAC spirit, RSL NSW and the veteran volunteers in its Sub-Branches work tirelessly to ensure people honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served their country in all conflicts,” Mr James said.
Two-up will also be allowed to be played at clubs and pubs across all three days of the ANZAC Day long weekend for the first time.
Minister for Transport and Veterans, David Elliott, said ANZAC Day this year would be a moving and significant occasion for many veterans who missed out on marching or attending a reunion over the last few years due to Covid restrictions.
“This year not only marks the first year since the Australian Defence Force’s withdrawal from Afghanistan but is also the first time, since 2019, that veterans will be able to reconnect with mates to attend their annual reunions free of restrictions,” Mr Elliott said.
“I encourage the community to take advantage of the free public transport to travel to their local reunions, marches and commemorative events or head into the city to show support for our defence force personnel, past and present.”
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