It was a large turnout in the Guyra CBD on Tuesday morning as those young and old marched the streets to honour the Anzacs.
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The annual Anzac March saw school children join veterans in a united show of respect to current and ex serving men and women.
Marchers assembled at Bradley Street before making their way to the Soldiers’ War Memorial Hall.
The Anzac Day service commenced at 11am and was followed by lunch at the Guyra Bowling and Recreation Club.
Earlier, about 100 people gathered in the street around the Solders’ War Memorial Hall for the dawn service.
Surprisingly moderate temperatures and a stunning sunrise made for a successful morning.
A light breakfast followed the service which was attended by members of the No. 1 Squadron RAAF, who had travelled all the way from Amberley in Brisbane to attend.
Guyra RSL Sub Branch President Hans Hietbrink led the proceedings at the dawn service.
“Today we honour those who have served their nations at times of war and peace,” he said.
“We salute the men and women currently serving in the armed forces and the ancillary forces – both at home and abroad.”
We salute the men and women currently serving in the armed forces and the ancillary forces – both at home and abroad.
- Hans Hietbrink
Mr Hietbrink also acknowledged the 150 young men from Guyra who fought in the First World War.
After the dawn service, a small service was held at the Guyra MPS.
A poem written by local David Bearup, which sits in the Soldiers’ War Memorial Hall, reminded Guyra residents and visitors of those who served.
“The fight will be fought nail and tooth,” it reads.
“Five of them [sent] are Dowdells, the Davidson’s send six.
“A trio from Little’s bakery, three Grills in the East side mix.
“There’s a shearer driving tanks, a shed hand mans the gun.
“A crewman on the “Canberra” is a local cocky’s son.”