Anzac Day, 25 April, is one of Australia’s most important national occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. This date is the anniversary of the day Australian and New Zealand soldiers landed on the beaches of Gallipoli in 1915 as part of the Allies’ invasion.
Anzac Day is the day on which we remember those who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations and the contribution and suffering of all those who have served.
The spirit of Anzac, with its human qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice, continues to have meaning and relevance for our sense of national identity.
Cleveland – Anzac Day Schedule
4.30am: Traditional Gunfire Breakfast – Coffee/Tea/Toast (NB: Restricted access for League Members, Veterans, Serving Personnel, Partners & Carers ONLY will be permitted in the club before the Dawn Service).
5.20am: Dawn Service Parade, Redlands RSL to ANZAC Centenary Park (Strictly only League members, Veterans, and Serving Personnel permitted to partake).
5.30am: Dawn Service Commemorations
6am to 8am: Breakfast, Sails on Shore Restaurant at Redlands RSL. Adults $15, Children 12yrs & under $10.
All are welcome back at Redlands RSL after the Dawn Service for a plated breakfast of bacon, scrambled eggs, hash browns, tomatoes, and baked beans; with tea and coffee. No bookings required.
6am to 8am: Service Member Camaraderie in Gallipoli Function Room (NB: Restricted access for League Members, Veterans, Serving Personnel, Partners & Carers ONLY during these times. Facilities available at the Veterans Community Centre between 9am & 10am).
9.45am: Main Parade Assembly, Shore St West (behind Cleveland Bowls Club)
10.20am: Main Parade Commences, Shore St West into ANZAC Centenary Park
11am: Main Commemorative Service, ANZAC Centenary Park, Shore St West
12noon to 1pm: Service Member Camaraderie in Gallipoli Function Room (NB: Restricted access for League Members, Veterans, Serving Personnel, Partners & Carers ONLY during this hour).
Redlands RSL Trading Hours: 6am to 8am for Breakfast only. Re-opening for lunch on conclusion of the Main Service.
Sails Restaurant Trading Times: All Day Dining: On conclusion of Main Service until 8pm
Cove Café Trading Times: On conclusion of the Main Service until late
Traditional Two Up: The lower car park behind Redlands RSL (off Shore St West) will be closed for ‘Two Up’. Can Bar open from 12 noon. Two Up from 1pm.
North Stradbroke Island – Anzac Day Schedule
5.10am: Assemble at the Butcher Shop on Welsby Street, and March to the Cenotaph
5.30am: Dawn Service Commences
6am-7am: Gunfire Breakfast at the North Stradbroke Island Rugby League & All-Sports Club for a small cost, plus donations will be accepted.