RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration
Where
Anzac Memorial, Hyde Park
When
Thursday 3 April, 11am
Contact
RSL NSW
1300 679 775
Service Information
The RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration was first held in 1953, co-hosted by RSL NSW and the Department of Education. Over the years the service has expanded to Catholic Schools NSW and the Association of Independent Schools NSW.
Proceedings held at the Anzac Memorial Hyde Park will be delivered entirely by school students including the Master of Ceremonies, keynote address, readings, and musical accompaniment. The Service also includes an Inspection of the Guard by the official party, The Ode, The Last Post, and Rouse.
The service aims to educate primary and secondary school students about Australia’s military history, whilst paying respect to the service and sacrifice of servicemen and women of the Australian Defence Force. Historically over 100 schools, with up to 1,500 students and teachers have attended this commemoration annually.
This service is open to the general public.
Art Competition
To mark the 70th Anniversary of this service in 2023, RSL NSW, the Department of Education, Catholic Schools NSW and the Association of Independent Schools NSW introduced an art competition to NSW school students. This competition will continue in 2025 with two artworks being selected for the cover of the 2025 service program. You can find out more about the RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Art Competition and Exhibition here.
Sector contacts
Department of Education: DoEEvents@det.nsw.edu.au
Association of Independent Schools NSW: CTuttocuore@aisnsw.edu.au
Catholic Schools NSW: Philippa.Bucknell@csnsw.catholic.edu.au
Image: The Scots College Pipes and Drums performing during the service.