Mr.  J. BULL (Sunbury) — Like many members in the house I felt extremely privileged to be involved in the centenary of Anzac commemorations on Saturday, 25 April. Right around the state, the nation and the world people came together to remember those brave men and women — the fathers, mothers, daughters, sons, brothers and sisters — who were involved in such a dark part of history. To mark 100 years since the Anzac Gallipoli landing Sunbury held its first dawn service. It was attended by thousands, which is a true reflection of what Anzac Day means to people today. The dawn service was followed by the traditional march at 10.30 a.m., which was also attended by thousands.

This year we learnt so many stories — stories of heartache, stories of bravery and stories that helped to forge our nation and the great Anzac spirit. It was particularly pleasing to see so many children attending local services and to see parents instilling in their children the importance of Anzac Day, ensuring that as a community, a state and a nation we never forget. I would like to thank everyone who was involved in organising the local Sunbury services, especially the Sunbury RSL president Graeme Williams, secretary Harry Beckwirth and Ian Goss of the National Servicemen’s Association. Lest we forget.