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From pigeons and Morse code to satellites and cyberspace: 100 years of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals
In the dense jungle of New Guinea, April 1944, a patrol of American troops with vital military intel were surrounded by enemy ...
Royal Australian Corps of Signals marks 100 years of service at Anzac Day 2025
They often shy away from the spotlight, but signallers play a crucial role in defending Australia. They'll be recognised for ...
Old and new Anzac Day commemorative ceremonies back throughout WA
The City of Perth and the Returned & Services League WA will again host major Anzac Day commemorative services over April 24 ...
Australia, New Zealand honour military in Anzac Day memorial services
Thousands gathered across Australia and New Zealand on Friday for Anzac Day, a public holiday commemorating military service ...
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‘Come in, spinner’: How to play traditional game two-up on Anzac Day
It is also illegal in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the two territories, with the exception of Anzac Day. It is also legal to play year-round in Kalgoorlie ...
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Australians flock to pubs to play two-up on Anzac Day
The game is strictly illegal in Australia with the exception of Anzac Day. While there’s evidence the game was played by convicts in the 18th and 19th centuries, the coin tossing game is best ...
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The park where Anzac Day comes early, beneath Australia’s oldest Lone Pine
The crowd gathers early to commemorate Anzac Day beneath Australia ... Each year, a member of the Wattle Park Heritage Committee, David Laird, hoists the 100-year-old banner of the 7th Battalion ...