ON November 11, Remembrance Day, Commonwealth nations pause in respect for the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.
Now in their 100th year of supporting servicemen and women, the Poppy Appeal began in Australia in 1921, when the Returned and Service League of Australia, or RSL as it is known today, introduced the appeal to raise money for returned soldiers following the First World War.
The red poppy has become an international symbol of sacrifice and of remembrance, to be worn with pride on Remembrance Day.
Members of the public can support the RSL Poppy Appeal by buying a poppy or by donating. You may wish to make this donation in memory of a loved one who made the ultimate sacrifice during a time of conflict or who has passed away since.
For Remembrance Day, a service at Shepparton’s cenotaph will go ahead at 10.30am. Access to the cenotaph will be fenced off with one entry and an exit. Visitors should enter via Welsford Street.
Traditionally schools would be invited for the wreath laying ceremony but unfortunately this year, at the time of planning, there was uncertainty of what restrictions would be in place so it was decided, due to the children’s safety, schools would not be included in this years’ service.
Spaces are limited at 500 and visitors must check in and be able to prove double vaccination status in order to enter the area.
Remembrance Day Shepparton Service
Remembrance Day Shepparton Service: 10.30 am at Shepparton Cenotaph (Welsford Street)
Welcome Address by: Mr Robert Wilkie, President Shepparton RSL Sub-Branch Inc.
Wreath Laying Ceremony
Lord’s Prayer – Mr Ted Ball
Guest Speaker – Mr Desmond (Des) Callaghan, RSL Victoria State Senior Vice President
ODE – Mr Robert Wilkie
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Minute Silence
Rouse
Laying of poppies
