Mackay paused to honour its fallen at the 2025 Annual Remembrance Day ceremony, held at the Cenotaph in Jubilee Park last Tuesday, November 11. Marking the 107th anniversary of the end of the First World War, the solemn gathering saw the community observe a minute’s silence at the 11th hour, accompanied by the traditional “Last Post” and “Rouse.”
Mackay Regional Mayor Greg Williamson welcomed attendees, while ADF Cadet Sergeant Murray Macgroarty, noted for his 380 km charity walk supporting veterans’ homelessness, delivered a touching speech on the resilience of those who serve, both past and present. Tayt Rowe of St Patrick’s College performed the bugle calls, followed by a fly-past by the Mackay Tiger Moth Museum.
During wreath-laying, Piper Ian Dean of the Mackay & District Pipe Band played “Flowers of the Forest” on historic 1916 bagpipes, as the community reflected on the sacrifices of local service men and women.
Lest We Forget
Photo credit: Hannah McNamara
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