The number of shifts workers missed in NSW on Anzac Day
Burnout and illness may be the cause for hundreds of workers across healthcare, retail and construction missing rostered shifts in New South Wales on Anzac Day.
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ANZAC Day news headlines
News and top stories from ANZAC Day in Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea. Find information about the dawn services, tribute parade, schedule of events, travel information, opening hours of facilities and more. Fact: ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and ANZAC day on the 25th of April is a day when Australians remember the sacrifice of those who died in the war, particularly at Gallipoli peninsula.
Pictures of the week: Lego's top model makers show off royal tribute
To celebrate King Charles III's Coronation, the resort's team of model makers, including chief model maker Paula Laughton, have built a selection of royal miniature models.
World
'We gather not to glorify war, but to remember'
Tens of thousands of Australians have packed central squares in some of the country's biggest cities this morning.
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The NSW veterans capturing the Anzac Day spirit
Thousands of people across NSW marked Anzac Day in different ways but nothing personified the spirit of the day like two elderly diggers and the communities who rallied around them.
Australia
Pipe dreams: How music is helping to soothe this school of hard knocks
As dawn broke through the railway stanchions opposite Granville's Memorial Park, the Granville Boys High Pipe Band paid their homage to the fallen, their first appearance at the service.
national
Man allegedly bites police officer during Anzac Day arrest
Two men have been arrested in Sydney, with one allegedly assaulting two officers.
NSW police
Crowds gather at home and abroad at Anzac Day services
Thousands of Australians earlier gathered around the country and overseas to mark Anzac Day in dawn services and marches.
military
'I only see positives': Defence veteran on his horrific bombing injury
'I only see positives, as weird as it seems'
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Anzac Day trading hours: What will and won't be open today
Here's a quick state-by-state guide of some of Australia's biggest retailers as to whether they will be open today.
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Watch: Anzac Day Dawn Services
Early this morning, thousands of Australians made their way to Dawn Service ceremonies around the country.
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Solemn Anzac Day Dawn Service begins in Melbourne
Thousands have gathered in the nation's state capitals for Anzac Day Dawn Services to remember Australians who fell defending their country.
Australia
Capitals see warmer Dawn Service - except one
If you're getting up early for Anzac Day, Weatherzone is predicting warmer than average temperatures.
army
'Time machine' colourised photos show Anzacs in the Middle East
Images featuring Australian and New Zealand soldiers in the Middle East have been colourised by family history platform.
history
When and where do double demerits apply in Australia for Anzac Day?
Anzac Day is here, and in some states that means double demerits come into effect in an attempt to ward off unsafe driving around the public holiday.
Australia
Explainer: How to play two-up on Anzac Day
It's the game that's only legal on one day of the year: here's your guide on how to play.
Australia
Do you get an Anzac Day public holiday today?
Here's what you need to know about whether you get a public holiday in your state or territory.
Australia
Your complete guide to Anzac Day services around the country
Hundreds of thousands of Aussies are expected to gather around Australia today to commemorate the soldiers who fought in WWI.
Australia
Anzac Day preparations under way in Gallipoli
The final preparations for the Anzac Day commemoration at Gallipoli are under way.
ANZAC Day
Wreckage from Australia's worst maritime disaster found after 80 years
The wreckage from the maritime disaster that killed more Australians than any other has been found, more than 80 years on.
World War II
'Wild west': Australian veteran recalls danger of peacekeeping mission in 'lawless' Somalia
Thirty years ago the ADF was deployed to one of the most dangerous places in the world.
Australian Defence Force
As some commemorate the horror of war, another conflict rages on
From Anzac Day memorial services to colourful parades and wild weather, these are the best photos of the week.
Photos of the week
Veteran reveals true story behind classic Australian anti-war song
A mission on the day man landed on the moon plays a major role in Australia's war history through one of the country's most well-known anti-war anthems.
Australia
Tens of thousands attend Anzac Day commemorations across Australia
Thousands of Australians have honoured the country's fallen servicemen and women during the first large-scale public Anzac Day commemorations in two years.
Scott Morrison
'Shocked and angry': RSL targeted by thief on Anzac Day
An RSL located in regional Victoria is in shock after a burglar broke in and stole a number of goods.
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Breaking news and updates Australia: April 25, 2022
Anzac Day marches take place across major cities; Anzac Dawn services held across the country; Scott Morrison congratulates Macron on re-election
Live News Daily
Anzac Day commemorations return to Gallipoli with moving service
Today marks the 107th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings at Anzac Cove.
Australia
Australians remember the fallen
Thousands of Australians have gathered at Dawn Services around the country to commemorate Anzac Day.
Australia
More than 50,000 attend dawn service in Melbourne
Huge crowds have turned out for Melbourne's Anzac Day dawn service as COVID-19 restrictions were lifted for the first time in almost three years.
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'The battle that saved Australia' during World War II
Eighty years ago 'the battle that saved Australia' was fought against a Japanese naval armada off the coast of Queensland.
World War II
NSW Premier reads poem at Sydney dawn service
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has read a poem at the 2022 Anzac Day dawn service in Sydney.
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Reporter's special Anzac Day story with her dear 'gramps'
One of last soldiers to serve under the Australian New Zealand Army Corp banner
, Les Cook has had longer than most to perfect his Anzac biscuit recipe.
history
Your complete guide to Anzac Day Dawn Services around the country
After two years of disrupted plans, crowds will once again be welcomed back at most Anzac Day services across Australia.
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Anzac Day trading hours: What will and won't be open
Here's a quick state-by-state guide of where Australia's biggest retailers will be open on Anzac Day, Monday April 25.
Retail
Will you get a public holiday for Anzac Day this year?
If Anzac Day falls on a weekend, not every state has a replacement public holiday on the next business day.
public holidaysCrowds set to return to Melbourne Anzac Day commemorations
It's the first time since 2019, where crowds will be allowed to return in full capacity.
Australia
Queensland boxers extinguish eternal flame in lockdown breach stunt
RSL Queensland have told 9News they're furious after two local boxers filmed themselves breaching the state's current lockdown and extinguishing Brisbane's eternal flame.
Lockdown
Solo Anzac 'hero' revealed to be anti-vaccine, lockdown protester
A man who staged a lone march through an empty Perth CBD on Anzac Day has been revealed to be an anti-vaccine, COVID lockdown protester.
Coronavirus WA updates
From driveways to marches, veterans carry on Anzac spirit
Thousands have been able to stand side-by-side at dawn services for the first time in two years, but COVID-19 restrictions have ignited anger amongst some veterans.
national
'China is militarising ports across our region'
Defence Minister Peter Dutton has issued a stern warning for Australians this Anzac Day, saying it's time the ADF turns its attention to nearer shores.
Politics
Victorian veterans frustrated by fence at Dawn Service
Victorian Veterans have been left feeling frustrated after a fence separated them from the sacred Shrine of Remembrance at the Anzac Day Dawn Service.
Victoria
From Antarctica, driveways to marches, young and old commemorate Anzac Day
For the first time in two years, Australians and New Zealanders are able to gather in-person for Anzac Day dawn services in cities and towns across the two nations to commemorate our war dead and pay tribute to the sacrifices of those who have served in the armed forces.
War
WWII vet joins Sydney march at 104
Numbers at marches across Australia have been capped with those not involved urged to watch from home.
national
Perth wakes to second day of lockdown as expert calls for hotel quarantine rethink
Perth is waking up to its second day of a snap COVID-19 lockdown as residents anxiously await the results of contact tracing efforts.
Perth
Gallipoli dawn service deserted again
On the eve of Anzac Day, the sacred shores of Gallipoli are once again eerily deserted due to the on-going global COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus
Australia's remarkable role in helping turn history's 'forgotten war'
Australians are being reminded of the nation's role in a fierce battle 70 years ago that helped turn history's 'forgotten war'.
Australian Defence Force
Capital's lockdown cancels Anzac Day ceremonies
Crowds are set to return to this Sunday's Anzac Day ceremonies and marches around the country - but COVID-19 has already changed that for one state capital
military
Dawn services cancelled across Perth as city plunged into lockdown
Dawn services and Anzac Day events will be cancelled across Perth and Peel as the city is plunged into a three-day lockdown.
Coronavirus
Petrol prices in your city this Anzac Day weekend
Motorists are urged to avoid filling up the tank on the Anzac Day weekend, with petrol prices in many centres around the country expected to stay high.
petrol prices
Anzac Day 2021 public holiday guide state-by-state
State-by-state, here's a quick guide to which states are observing an Anzac Day-related public holiday on 26 April.
Australia
Defence Minister Peter Dutton hits out at Victoria's cap on Anzac Day march
New Defence Minister Peter Dutton said he "can't understand" why Victoria has imposed coronavirus restrictions on its Anzac Day march, which is severely impacting turnout.
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