Tag Archive for: anzac

From Soldier to Servant: An Australian’s Journey from Conflict to Chaplaincy

While serving in Afghanistan, Haydn Lea realised he had a talent for comforting his comrades with his newfound Christian wisdom.

What You Need to Know About Anzac Day This Year

Here’s what’s happening around the country to honour our ANZACs this year. It looks a little different for each state and territory.

Australians Prepare to Mark Anzac Day On Their Driveways at 6am

Australians are preparing to mark Anzac Day from their driveways, after the cancellation of all public Anzac gatherings due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Banjo Paterson’s Forgotten ANZAC Role: One of the Least-Known Parts of His Life

Omitted from his famous poems is the lesser known fact that the Light Horses in the famous 1917 Battle of Beersheba were trained by Banjo Paterson.

The Architect of Anzac Day

The catch cry of Canon David Garland was “nothing is too good for our soldier boys”. It epitomises the heart of a man dedicated to the soldiers he served.

Banjo Paterson’s Role as an ANZAC: One of the Least Known Parts of His Life

‘Banjo’ Paterson’s role in the Anzac battalions has slipped to obscurity, perhaps because—mysteriously—he wrote very little about it.