As the sun rose on 25 April 1915, Australian and New Zealand soldiers faced their first major battle of World War I. They fought with endurance, courage, ingenuity, good humour, and mateship – what we’ve come to know as the ANZAC spirit.
On ANZAC Day, we honour their legacy and that of all who have followed in their footsteps.
ANZAC Day
The ANZAC spirit is a legacy that lives on in all Australians, inspiring pride and camaraderie across generations.
There’s no greater way to honour the ANZACs than by commemorating together as a community on 25 April.
The Story of ANZAC Day: History and Legacy
ANZAC Day history began in the darkness before dawn, as Australian and New Zealand soldiers rowed towards Gallipoli on 25 April 1915. The landing at Gallipoli was anticipated to be a quick action that would remove Turkey from World War I. Instead, it escalated into an eight-month battle with heavy casualties on both sides.
HONOURING VETERANS THROUGH THE ANZAC SPIRIT
The values exemplified by the ANZACs have since been characterised as the ‘ANZAC spirit’. But what are these values, and how can we pay them forward?
Postcards of Honour
Thousands of veterans will receive touching ANZAC Day messages as RSL Queensland’s learning initiative Postcards of Honour expands across Australian schools.
The Traditions of ANZAC Day
From ANZAC biscuits and rosemary to the Dawn Service and the Last Post, ANZAC Day traditions are wreathed in meaning. Find out why and how they came to be.
A RISING SUN
The ANZAC traits of endurance and mateship are ways of life for Jordan Membrey – AFLW player, schoolteacher and Army Reservist.
ANZAC Day Vs Remembrance Day Explained
What is the difference between ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day? While they share many similarities, they have a few key differences.
From History's Page TO the Western Front
Their forefathers were allies in WWI and II. Decades later, Queensland Premier’s Anzac Prize recipients Sophie and Elann will visit the battlefields of Europe.
ANZAC Day 2024
