Geelong pauses to remember

RESIDENTS across Geelong joined a nationwide moment of reflection at 11 am on Saturday, November 11, to commemorate Remembrance Day.

Pausing in their activities, they honoured those who gave their lives in times of war and conflict.

The Geelong Peace Memorial hosted this year’s proceedings, attracting community members, service personnel, and dignitaries who gathered to pay tribute.

Senior Vice President Geelong RSL Mark Lee (left) with Sgt Mathew Jack, WO1 Peter Hardcastle, 8/7 RVR Sgt Charlie Hardcastle, 32 ACU Jason Kelly and Andrew Constance.

Mayor Trent Sullivan (left) with Senator Sarah Henderson and Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles (centre).

Catafalque party, Geelong and District Peace Memorial, Gheringhap Street, Johnstone Park, Geelong

The Geelong and District Peace Memorial stands as a lasting tribute to soldiers who served in World War One and has evolved to encompass the names of service men and women from subsequent conflicts.

It commemorates the approximately 3,500 individuals from the Geelong region who enlisted and served in World Wars One and Two.

It also features honour rolls acknowledging those involved in the Korean, Malaya, Borneo, Vietnam, and Iraq conflicts, United Nations operations, Medical officers, Nursing services, and Prisoners of War.

The memorial’s foyer was officially inaugurated on October 31, 1926 by then Governor of Victoria Lord Somers.

It remains a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by servicemen and women across various wars and conflicts, embodying the ongoing commitment to honour their memory.