Anzac Day

Anzac Day is our national day of commemoration.

On Friday 25 April 2025, the Australian War Memorial marked the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings and commemorated all Australians who have served in times of peace and war.

The 2025 Anzac Day commemorative program included:

Dawn Service
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Veterans Association Commemorative Ceremony
National Commemorative Service including RSL ACT Branch Veterans’ March.
Last Post Ceremony

Watch the Dawn Service livestream

The Commemorative address was delivered by Deputy Chief of Navy, Rear Admiral Matt Buckley AM CSC RAN.

Watch the RSL ACT Branch Veterans' March livestream

The Anzac Day Address was delivered by Major Angela Uphill.

Dawn Service 2025
Photo: David Whittaker
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ATSIVA ceremony 2025
Photo: Ian Roach
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ANZAC Day RSL ACT Branch Veterans’ March 2025
Photographer: David Whittaker
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The Anzac Day Tradition

Anzac Day, 25 April, is one of Australia’s most important national occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.

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Customs and Traditions

Commemorative ceremonies, such as Anzac Day and Remembrance Day, share many customs and traditions. Explore the origins and significance of these customs and traditions.

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The Ode of Remembrance

The Ode of Remembrance is a poem that is commonly recited at Anzac Day services to commemorate wartime sacrifice. In collaboration with the Australian War Memorial, SBS has recorded translations of the Ode of Remembrance in 45 languages.

Listen to the Ode in your language

Last updated: 28 April 2025