Remembrance Day 2024
This Remembrance Day, join us in honouring those who gave their lives in service.
Monday 11 November 2024 marks the anniversary of the Armistice that ended fighting with Germany in World War I.
Every year at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, millions around the world pause in silence to remember the sacrifices many have made so we can enjoy life today.
Lest We Forget
DONATE TO POPPY APPEAL
Plant a poppy in the virtual Remembrance Garden to help support veterans and their families.
Remembrance Day 2024
Attend a service, wear a poppy, or observe a minute’s silence at 11am, and help keep the legacy of our service people alive.
Lest we forget.
Draw to remember
Draw to Remember is a creative Remembrance Day learning and commemoration activity for primary school children.
Thousands of Australian kids take part each year, keeping remembrance alive through art.
Remembrance Day Stories
Remembering the forgotten
Dozens of veterans lay unknown in Ipswich General Cemetery. So Korean War veteran Matthew Rennie OAM began a tenacious mission to honour them.
Flanders Fields to A Symbol of Remembrance
Pinned to lapels or laid upon headstones and memorials worldwide, poppies remain a powerful symbol of remembrance.
Why We Remember on 11 November
Since WWI, Remembrance Day has been a time to remember all who have given their lives in service. Read more about Remembrance Day’s history and traditions.
Remembrance Day vs ANZAC Day Explained
What is the difference between ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day? Learn how Australia’s major military commemorations compare with this simple guide.
Remembrance Activities For Families
From memorial walks to craft, there are plenty of ways to commemorate Remembrance Day as a family. Check out these five ideas for all ages.
Make Your Own Poppy Wreath
Want to make your own poppy wreath? Here’s an ingenious way to keep your kids busy, encourage their creativity and get them involved in commemorating.
#RememberToRemember
Use #RememberToRemember on your social media channels to share what Remembrance Day means to you, or how you will be commemorating the day.
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