Each year on November 11, we pause to remember Australians who served in our armed services, particularly those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on that sacrifice and the enduring impact of war on communities across the world.
A special anniversary year
While World War I is the central focus of Remembrance Day, the date also commemorates the service of veterans from all conflicts. The major milestone anniversaries in 2024 are:
- 110 years since the start of World War I
- 80 years since the D-Day invasions in Europe
- 50 years since Australia withdrew our troops from Vietnam
- 25 years since Australia sent troops to East Timor.
Continuing to honour Veterans
Remembrance Day events are a special way to remember and commemorate the sacrifice of Australian service members.
Remembrance Day events are taking place at:
Boroondara War Memorials
War memorials commemorating Australian service members can be found in locations across Boroondara, including:
- Beckett Park Soldiers Memorial
- Hawthorn War Memorial in St James Park
- Kew War Memorial at Kew Junction*
- Surrey Gardens Cross
- Surrey Gardens Shrine
You can find out more about these sites by visiting our war memorials page.
* The names and details of the Kew War Memorial service members can be found on a database developed by the Rotary Club of Kew for a project is called ‘Kew Remembers’.