ANZAC Commemoration – Mackay West State School
April 21, 2023
Parents and Community Members are cordially invited to attend the Mackay West State School ANZAC Day Commemoration. 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. Please join with staff and students here at Mackay West State School as we honour those who have served our country.
When: Friday April 21 commencing 12-.00pm
(Family & Community members seated by 11.50am please)
Where: West Wing, Senior Campus, Pinder Street
Our commemoration will begin with our National Anthem led by our ANZAC Choir, the lowering of the flags, followed by readings and other messages. Guest speakers will share ANZAC stories before our Roll of Remembrance and the Laying of the Wreath.
This will be a Whole School ceremony from Prep to Year 6. All are welcome to join us for this moving tribute to the fallen.
We will also once again, be participating in the Community ANZAC March & Service presented by the Mackay Branch of the Qld RSL & Mackay Regional Council on Tuesday April 25 (ANZAC Day). There are a number of organisational changes (from previous years) including rallying / assembly point and the path The March will take – Please refer to your parent letter for details.