Anzac crowds back in force across the Hinterland

Anzac Day in pictures:

Thousands of people flocked to hinterland services as traditional Anzac Day commemorations returned on Sunday. 

From a moving Dawn Service in Quota Park Nambour to Maleny’s rousing Maple Street parade, hinterland towns commemorated in touching and inspirational tributes. 

Marching bands, schools, dignitaries and community groups joined veterans as onlookers applauded to honour those who paid the ultimate price.

Long-time Maleny resident Matthew Howard said it was the biggest main service turnout he could remember while Nambour RSL Sub Branch President Royce Ayton said the Dawn Service was the biggest since 2016,  the year of the WWI Centenary.

Mr Ayton said the response was a powerful reminder of the continued dedication of  Australian people to the annual traditions of Anzac Day.

“I firmly believe that every Anzac Day is special — it is a day of the year when we can commemorate and reflect as a community and individually — on the determination, sheer courage and sacrifice of not only our Gallipoli heroes but our modern day soldiers, sailors and airmen whom continue to serve today,” Mr Ayton said.

On Anzac Day we pause to commemorate not only the 106th Anniversary of the landings on Gallipoli in 1915, but to remember the commitment and sacrifice of all our men and women who serve and have served in conflicts and on service.

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