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Annette Skirka on A salute to our Aussie heroes The Anzacs gave so much like my grandfather and uncles who joined in England I believe we should salute our veterans who ... more
Cheryl Everard on A salute to our Aussie heroes Our Soldiers gave so much of themselves. Their lives for OUR Freedom. Their Families gave their Sons, Daughters, Fathers ... more
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K B on A salute to our Aussie heroes All I have to say is THANK YOU THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Thank you for fighting for our freedom! more
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ANZAC DAY... A salute to our heroes

Posted by: Radio 6PR | 21 March, 2009 - 1:30 PM

ANZAC Day... the words so powerful in the Australian vocabulary, they can bring a tear to the eye, a lump to the throat and a feeling of Australian pride. Words that bring to mind those other unique Australian words that bore their origin in the trenches of Gallipoli in 1915 - 'Cobber', 'Digger', 'Fair Dinkum', 'True Blue', 'Mate'.

As ANZAC Day approaches, we remember these courageous Aussie men and women who took part in various conflicts throughout the twentieth century, right through to the present day.

To commemorate our heroes, 6PR encourages you to share your ANZAC Day story, dedicate a message to these special Australians (both fallen and serving), post your personal memory or more... What it means to you to be a proud Australian!

Supported by VB, the Raise A Glass Appeal will aim to raise more than a million dollars to support Australian serving and ex-service men and women, and their families. The Raise A Glass Appeal begins this April, raising money and awareness for the RSL and Legacy's welfare programs.

For more information please visit www.raiseaglass.com.au

100% of the money raised will be distributed between the RSL and Legacy.VB will contribute $1 from VB cartons sold throughout April to the Raise A Glass Appeal and more than 1,500 kegs to pubs around Australia for Anzac Day celebrations, with the proceeds from the sale of these kegs also contributed.

Blog comments

god bless you lads for serving your country. we will never forget. i will be raising a glass or two for sure.

Phil Wednesday 22 April, 2009 - 8:27 AM
We must never forget them. To our fallen heroes, we salute you. Thank you for fighting for Australia's freedom.

Gordon Wednesday 22 April, 2009 - 8:00 AM
I remember in high school (1967) we always had a ANZAC day assembly. I always cried when they played the last post, and I still cry now..It always brings a lump to my throat..
Thanks to all the diggers who gave their lives for us
love
Linda

linda jackson Tuesday 21 April, 2009 - 10:40 PM
My father fought in the war and was never the same. The things that were seen can never be unseen although now he is finally at peace. For those brave men who thought they were doing the right thing and didnt quite now what they were getting into - I salute you.

B. Dwyer Tuesday 21 April, 2009 - 2:06 PM
What a great sight it was seeing the Australian Flag proudly waving on cars on Australia Day. I think we should also let those flags wave again for Anzac Day in memory of those who lost their lies for this beautiful country of ours.

SUE GREGORY Saturday 18 April, 2009 - 11:34 AM
Just want to say "Thank You" to all who fought for my freedom, and sorry about my countrymen for allowing it all to be taken away, without firing a word even. In my eyes at least, you did not fight in vain. thank You ...hugs Angie xx

Angela hudson Tuesday 14 April, 2009 - 6:29 AM