Wanneroo Remembers: Centenary of Armistice
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Australians who served during World War 1 are being remembered in a new exhibition at the Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre.
At the time of committing to the war cause, Australia had a population of less than five million; 416,809 men enlisted, of whom more than 60,000 were killed and 156,000 wounded, gassed or taken prisoner.
Some 23 members of the Wanneroo community served in what was known at the time as the ‘War to End All Wars’.
In the 100 anniversary year of the end of the global conflict, their stories are told in the exhibition, Wanneroo Remembers: The Centenary of Armistice.
Exhibition details: Conference Room, Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre 22 October – 24 November Monday to Saturday, 10am-4pm Sunday 11 November, 11am-3pm Closed other Sundays and public holidays.
Armistice, or Remembrance Day, services will also be held throughout the City of Wanneroo on Sunday 11 November.
The Wanneroo RSL, in conjunction with the Naval Association, will host a commemoration service and concert at Memorial Park on Civic Drive in Wanneroo, commencing at 10.45am.
Marking the 100 year anniversary of The Signing of the Peace, the commemoration service will include a tree dedication ceremony depicting seven conflicts of the 20th century.
Other activities include an afternoon concert and vintage military vehicle and memorabilia displays. Food and soft drinks will be available to purchase. Contact Lorrie Mucciarone 0402 277 656 or Jack le Cras 9409 1014 from the Wanneroo RSL.
Quinns Rocks RSL will host a service at the Quinns Rocks Sports Club on Tapping Way, Quinns from 10.45am. Contact Peter Meldrum on 0421 116 599.
Yanchep RSL will host a service at Yanchep National Park Memorial from 10.30am followed by a Veterans march at 11am. Contact Malcolm Gow on 0401 646 183.