Goulburn Valley Remembrance Day Services
Remembrance Day services will take place across the Goulburn Valley on Tuesday, November 11, honoring those who served and sacrificed for Australia.
General Ceremony Details
- All events will include a wreath laying and a minute of silence at 11am.
Shepparton Service
The Shepparton service begins at 10:30am at the cenotaph located at the corner of Welsford and Fryers Streets.
The guest speaker is Kyriakos ‘Ken’ Tsirigotis, a 22-year Australian Army veteran who specialized as a reconnaissance paratrooper in the Royal Australian Infantry Corps.
After his military career, Tsirigotis worked at Melbourne Legacy, holding roles including chief operating officer. He has contributed to the Victorian Veterans Council and led operations for the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay.
A memorial plaque honoring World War I nurses trained in the Goulburn Valley will be unveiled at the cenotaph during the service.
Mooroopna Service
The Mooroopna ceremony will be held at the Mooroopna cenotaph on McLennan Street.
Adrian Ambrose, a former school teacher and retired lawyer, will deliver the guest address.
Author's summary: Remembrance Day events across Goulburn Valley will solemnly honor Australian service heroes, featuring veteran speakers and memorial dedications.