Once again there were increased turnouts for both the Dawn Service and the Main Service in 2025.
The Dawn Service was conducted by Peter Dane, President Andrew McShane and the Rev. Charles Holmes – Chaplain. Lindsay McTye provided a photo presentation on the wall of the Pat Murnane Memorial Hall. The Veteran Dedication, provided by Adele McTye and was about Private David Joseph Curran.
President, Andrew McShane recited the poem :
“Epitaph of War” by Rudyard Kipling
From little towns in a far land we came,
To save our honour and a world aflame,
By little towns in a far land we sleep,
And trust that world we won for you to keep.
The ODE was recited by our President Andrew McShane, at both the Dawn and Main Services.
A poignant rendition of John Lennon’s “Imagine” by the Deep South Chorus concluded the Service.
The Dawn Service was followed by breakfast in the Clubrooms. Breakfast was again prepared by volunteers, Mick Lewis and Sandesh Limbu and we thank them very much for their efforts.
The Main Service (and March) was also very well attended.
Once again, the City of Hobart Highland Pipe Band lead the March and we especially thank them, as they have supported our services for over 50 years.
The Main Service was also conducted by Peter Dane and the Rev. Charles Holmes.
Lieutenant Olivine Joan ‘Olive’ McIntosh was the subject of the Veteran Dedication, provided by Adele McTye.
The Wreath laying was commenced with Club Patron Don Jeffrey laying a wreath on behalf of the Club and Andrew Leggate a wreath on behalf of the League. They were followed by students from local schools, families and Association representative.
Adj. Associate Professor Francine Douce, Chief Nurse and Midwife and the Chair of the Florence Nightingale Grants and Awards Committee provided the ANZAC Address (see separate article).
The Last Post and Rouse at both services were played by Noel Hunt and we thank Noel very much for his continued contribution to our ANZAC Day services.
The contribution by the respective choirs, bands, participation by our local schools and the laying of wreaths at both services all contributed to another memorable Commemorative Service.
We thank Peter Dane for his ongoing contribution to our major LVRSL Commemorative Events.
Peter Dane made special mention of thanks to Michael Wilson (Public Address) and Noel Hunt (Bugler and Band leader) for their continued participation in our ANZAC DAY Services over more than 30 years. Peter is supported by many volunteers (at least 30 individuals) and sent a thankyou memo to them following the ANZAC Day Services. It was another outstanding team effort.
We also very much appreciate the ongoing support provided by twelve local businesses for their donations. We would struggle without their support.
Finally, our thanks to the Lenah Valley Community for their continued support on this important day.
Source: Peter McGee and Peter Dane. Photos: Rotary Club of North Hobart - Paul Guo, and Peter Dane.
