As veterans, defence personnel, school children and emergency services assembled outside Zamia Theatre for the Anzac Day march, someone joked, “we’re waiting for the rain”.
Not long after, with centenarians Allan Rosser and Ian Hart transported at the front of the march in a golf buggy, they began moving north along Main Street.
When the parade turned and headed south, the heavens opened.
Undeterred, the crowds and those marching continued to the memorial, and when they arrived, RSL Sub Branch president Phill Hunter apologised for the weather, saying the service would continue.
“The Anzacs didn’t have the luxury of heading inside after half an hour and having a hot shower,” he said.
It was a strong reminder of the Anzac spirit and the sacrifice of the men and women who have served.
The crowd did not diminish, although some were shivering as they stayed to pay their respects.
The address by Col Lauren Sanders CSC gave a strong message about the service of others.
“To me, personally, today is also a time for me to remember those I’ve served alongside,” Col Sanders said.
“People who committed themselves to something larger than their own interests, and a time to reflect on those who made personal sacrifices in service of our shared values and goals.”
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