November 11 will commemorate the end of World War I when the guns on the Western Front fell still. It was after four years of fighting that saw a generation of young men disappear in mud, sea, and dust.
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At 11am on November 11, 1918 the Armistice between the Allies and Germany came into effect and the guns ceased firing.
This year, Remembrance Day services will be held across the Upper Lachlan Shire, however, there will be no official services in the Goulburn Mulwaree area.
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A spokesperson for the Goulburn RSL Sub-Branch said, "due to Covid-19 restrictions, we will not be holding an official Remembrance Day service for our inability to be able to implement a Covid-19 safety plan."
However, there are alternative ways to commemorate this important day and to honour past and currently serving Australians.
This year, the RSL NSW Branch has moved Remembrance Day traditions online.
For the first time in 99 years, the traditional Poppy Appeal has moved online, while services, including the Sydney Cenotaph at Martin Place, will be streamed via the RSL NSW Facebook page and the NSW Government.
Remembrance Day services in the Upper Lachlan Shire
Crookwell
The Crookwell RSL Sub-Branch will hold a service at the Memorial Park.
Guests are asked to arrive by 10.30am and have their contact details recorded for Covid-19 safety plans.
At 11am, Therese Skelly will ring the St Mary's Church bell. This will coincide with the Last Post, then one minute's silence, followed by The Rouse.
After the service, the Crookwell Country Women's Association (CWA) will serve morning tea at the CWA rooms on Spring Street, limited to fifteen guests. Take-a-way packs of Anzac biscuits with tea or coffee can be purchased for $5, proceeds to go to Soldier On.
To lay a wreath or flowers, contact the RSL Sub-Branch secretary Bev Hatch, phone 0474 812 807, or email CrookwellSB@rslnsw.org.au
Grabben Gullen
A Remembrance Day Commemorative Service will be held at the war memorial on the grounds of the Grabben Gullen Hall from 10.45am.
Services will commence at 11am, wreaths will be laid on behalf of the Upper Lachlan Shire Council, and the Grabben Gullen Progress Association.
Private wreaths may be laid at the service.
Gunning
A service will be held at the Gunning Cenotaph, Yass Street. Services will commence at 10.45am, private wreaths may be laid at the service.
Guests are reminded to follow Covid-19 safety regulations, and due to restrictions, no seating will be provided.
For more information phone Dave Findlay on 4845 8257 or email findlaymogear@gmail.com.
Taralga
A service will be held at the Cenotaph, Orchard Street.
Guests may gather from 10.45am for the ceremony at 11am. Services will include the playing of the bugle, a commemorative poem and speech, and the wreath-laying.
To lay a wreath or flowers, contact the Taralga RSL Sub-Branch president David Rees, phone 4840 2104.
Five alternative ways to commemorate Remembrance Day in 2020
1. Observe one minute's silence and personal reflection at 11am on November 11 in honour of past and current serving Australians, and for those who gave their lives for their country.
2. Plant a virtual poppy in the RSL Poppy Appeal Remembrance Day Garden and leave a message for a veteran, visit poppyappeal.com.au to donate.
3. Tune in to live services and virtual commemorative services.
4. Get together with mates for a barbecue to remember, find out more at Swiss8, visit swiss8.org.
5. For the first time in many years, veterans around the country may be spending this important day alone or at home. This year, reach out to a veteran or visit the RSL NSW Facebook page, and share a message of remembrance with the hashtag #remembertoremember.
For more information visit remembertoremember.com.au.
