This Anzac Day commemorates the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing in 1915. The enduring spirit of Anzac continues to hold significance within our community, exemplifying the values of courage, mateship, and sacrifice.

We encourage members of the community to observe Anzac Day by attending their local dawn services, marches, and remembrance ceremonies. A schedule of services, including times and locations throughout the region, is provided below:

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Bairnsdale
Dawn service: 6.00am – Cenotaph, Main Street
Community wreath laying: 10.00am – Cenotaph
Commemoration: 11.00am – Cenotaph (March from Bailey St at 10.50am)
Additional Service: 12.15pm – War Cemetery, Forge Creek Road

Buchan
Dawn service: 6.00am – Avenue of Honour
Commemoration: 10.00am – Avenue of Honour

Lakes Entrance
Dawn service: 5.45am – Cenotaph, Marine Parade
Commemoration: 11.00am – Cenotaph (March from RSL Carpark at 10.45am)

Lindenow
Dawn service: 6.00am – Adjacent to Lindenow Cenotaph
*Wet weather: Lindenow Hall

‍Omeo
Dawn service: 6.00am – Cenotaph
Commemoration: 11.00am – Cenotaph (Parade from Post Office at 10.45am)
*Wet weather: Soldiers Memorial Hall

Orbost
Dawn service: 6.00am – Cenotaph, Nicholson and Salisbury Streets
Commemoration: 11.00am – Cenotaph
*Wet weather: Commonwealth Hotel

Paynesville
Dawn service: 6.00am – Cenotaph, RSL Hall
Commemoration: 9.00am – Cenotaph (March from King Street at 8.45am)

Ensay/Swifts Creek
Dawn service: 5.30am – Reedy Flat Memorial  
Commemoration: 11.00am – Ensay Cenotaph

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Last updated: 9 April 2026