More than 7000 people flocked to Werribee’s cenotaph for this year’s Anzac Day dawn service.
Werribee RSL president Daryl Ryan said the crowd included five World War II veterans ranging in age from 95 to 103.
The service was followed by Grange College choir renditions of the Australian and New Zealand anthems, and a march by Werribee Secondary College army cadets. Mr Ryan said this Anzac Day was particularly significant as the centenary of Gallipoli approached and it was great to see so many children in attendance.
“I think the significance of the sacrifice of these soldiers continues to increase, especially as next year will mark the 100th anniversary of the battle in Gallipoli.”
Friday’s service was followed by breakfast at the Wyndham Cultural Centre.
