ANZAC Day on Tuesday 25 April 2023 marks the 108th anniversary of the landings of Australian and New Zealand troops at Gallipoli.
Tweed Heads and Coolangatta RSL Sub-Branch invites the community to attend the Dawn Service and Main Service ceremonies to be conducted at Chris Cunningham Park, Tweed Heads (details below).
For updates, check the Sub-Branch website.
“This year, Legacy celebrates 100 years of operation and we are proud to have their members lead our march,” said Dr John Griffin, Sub-Branch President.
Also participating in the march will be members of the Coolangatta Country Women’s Association, representing those who served in the Australian Women’s Land Army.
The AWLA operated between 1942 and 1945 to combat the rising labour shortages in the farming sector due to the male workers joining the armed forces.
“We look forward to seeing thousands of people of all ages at the Services this year, coming together to ensure that the deeds and sacrifices of our veterans and others are honoured and not forgotten,” said Dr Griffin.
ANZAC DAY CEREMONIES
Tuesday 25 April in Chris Cunningham Park, Tweed Heads NSW.
ORDER OF DRESS
Members are requested to wear a shirt with collar, long pants and medals, coat optional.
DAWN SERVICE
Assemble at 5.45am on the road in Wharf Street near the children statue. The short march will be into the park with the service commencing at 5.55am.
Twin Towns Main Reception will be open for those who wish to purchase breakfast at Flame Bistro ($17pp) after the Dawn Service.
MAIN SERVICE
Parade: Assemble from 10am in Boundary Street. March off at 10.30am turning left into Wharf Street, Tweed Heads and proceeding to the memorial in Chris Cunningham Park, Tweed Heads. Main Service commences at 11am.
Children’s Parade: Assemble from 10am near Jack Evans Boat Harbour then form up in Coral Street at 10.15am. March off at 10.30am behind the veterans.
SUB-BRANCH MEMBERS LUNCHEON
Following the main service, a luncheon will take place for Tweed Heads & Coolangatta RSL Sub-Branch members (only) and their partners/carers. The venue will be the Flame Bistro Community Room on Level 1 at Twin Towns. Tickets are $25 per person and must be pre-purchased from the Sub-Branch by Friday 21 April.
