ANZAC Day 2025
Soldiers Grave Service - Creswick Cemetery
Ladies and Gentlemen
Today, on this ANZAC Day, we gather here in this graveyard to pay our respects and honour those who gave service to our nation and lay at peace here. As we stand before these headstones, each one a testament to a life of service, we are reminded of the cost of freedom and the enduring legacy of those who fought for it.
ANZAC Day is not just a day of remembrance; it is a day of reflection, gratitude, and unity. It is a time when we come together as a nation to acknowledge the courage, the sacrifice, and the unwavering spirit of our servicemen and women. From the shores of Gallipoli to the Fields of Flanders, from the deserts of the middle east, the jungles of Southeast Asia, and the hills and plains of Korea, all-over our globe, our service personnel have stood tall, defending the values we hold dear.
As we look upon these graves, we see more than just names and dates. We see stories of larrikinism, and camaraderie. We see days of laughter and friendship, punctuated with memories of service. We hear a harmonica and songs sung with gusto. Today, we honour their memory by living the values they fought to protect. we honour the by striving for peace, by standing up for what is right, and by never forgetting the price their generation paid. We honour them by ensuring that all they went through was not in vain, by working towards a future where no more lives are lost to the horrors of war.
To the families of those who lie here, we extend our deepest gratitude and condolences. Your loss is immeasurable, and your strength in the face of such is an inspiration to us all. Know that your loved ones will never be forgotten that their names will forever be etched in the annals of our nation's history.
As we lay wreaths and observe a moment of silence, let us remember that the spirit of resilience, of mateship, courage, and sacrifice that they held dear, lives on within each of us. It is a spirit that binds us together as a nation, reminding us of the importance of unity and the power of collective action.
On this ANZAC Day, let us recommit ourselves to the ideals for which these brave people fought. Let us work towards a world where peace is not just a dream, but a reality. and let us never forget the debt we owe to those who lie here.
The ODE
They shall grow not old, as we who are left grow old
Age shall not weary them, no the years condemn
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning
We will remember them.
Last Post
Minute's silence
Lest We Forget
Rouse
Australian and New Zealand National Anthems.
Thank you Ladies and Gentlemen, that concludes our service for here today.
Photos courtesy: Phil Greenbank
Ladies and Gentlemen
Today, on this ANZAC Day, we gather here in this graveyard to pay our respects and honour those who gave service to our nation and lay at peace here. As we stand before these headstones, each one a testament to a life of service, we are reminded of the cost of freedom and the enduring legacy of those who fought for it.
ANZAC Day is not just a day of remembrance; it is a day of reflection, gratitude, and unity. It is a time when we come together as a nation to acknowledge the courage, the sacrifice, and the unwavering spirit of our servicemen and women. From the shores of Gallipoli to the Fields of Flanders, from the deserts of the middle east, the jungles of Southeast Asia, and the hills and plains of Korea, all-over our globe, our service personnel have stood tall, defending the values we hold dear.
As we look upon these graves, we see more than just names and dates. We see stories of larrikinism, and camaraderie. We see days of laughter and friendship, punctuated with memories of service. We hear a harmonica and songs sung with gusto. Today, we honour their memory by living the values they fought to protect. we honour the by striving for peace, by standing up for what is right, and by never forgetting the price their generation paid. We honour them by ensuring that all they went through was not in vain, by working towards a future where no more lives are lost to the horrors of war.
To the families of those who lie here, we extend our deepest gratitude and condolences. Your loss is immeasurable, and your strength in the face of such is an inspiration to us all. Know that your loved ones will never be forgotten that their names will forever be etched in the annals of our nation's history.
As we lay wreaths and observe a moment of silence, let us remember that the spirit of resilience, of mateship, courage, and sacrifice that they held dear, lives on within each of us. It is a spirit that binds us together as a nation, reminding us of the importance of unity and the power of collective action.
On this ANZAC Day, let us recommit ourselves to the ideals for which these brave people fought. Let us work towards a world where peace is not just a dream, but a reality. and let us never forget the debt we owe to those who lie here.
The ODE
They shall grow not old, as we who are left grow old
Age shall not weary them, no the years condemn
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning
We will remember them.
Last Post
Minute's silence
Lest We Forget
Rouse
Australian and New Zealand National Anthems.
Thank you Ladies and Gentlemen, that concludes our service for here today.
Photos courtesy: Phil Greenbank
ANZAC Day March
As is our custom, today we honour another of our local heroes.
Gunner Reginald Graham LINDSAY,
Service No - 11867
Reginald was born in Creswick and was almost 28 years old when he enlisted on 11 August 1915. He had previous experience in the 9th Light Horse and was appointed to 3rd Field Artillery Reinforcements. 4th Brigade. He was appointed as a Gunner and transferred to 4th Field Artillery Brigade on 8th March to 12th May.
He sailed from Alexandria on 14th March 1916 and disembarked at Marseilles om 19th March.
He was killed in action in France on 31st December 1916, and is buried at the Guards Cemetery, Le Boeufs, 4.5 miles south of Bapaume.
His mother was granted a pension of £2 per fortnight.
A Memorial scroll & Plaque were sent to mother 1921-22.
MEDALS RECEIVED - British War Medal, Victory Medal
Gunner Reginald Graham LINDSAY,
Service No - 11867
Reginald was born in Creswick and was almost 28 years old when he enlisted on 11 August 1915. He had previous experience in the 9th Light Horse and was appointed to 3rd Field Artillery Reinforcements. 4th Brigade. He was appointed as a Gunner and transferred to 4th Field Artillery Brigade on 8th March to 12th May.
He sailed from Alexandria on 14th March 1916 and disembarked at Marseilles om 19th March.
He was killed in action in France on 31st December 1916, and is buried at the Guards Cemetery, Le Boeufs, 4.5 miles south of Bapaume.
His mother was granted a pension of £2 per fortnight.
A Memorial scroll & Plaque were sent to mother 1921-22.
MEDALS RECEIVED - British War Medal, Victory Medal
Abide with me.
Abide with me, fast falls the eventide
The darkness deepens, Lord, with me abide
When other helpers fail, and comforts flee
Help of the helpless, O abide with me
I need Thy presence every passing hour
What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power?
Who like Thyself, my guide and strength can be?
Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me
Abide with me, fast falls the eventide
The darkness deepens, Lord, with me abide
When other helpers fail, and comforts flee
Help of the helpless, O abide with me
I need Thy presence every passing hour
What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power?
Who like Thyself, my guide and strength can be?
Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me
Laying of wreaths
The Hon Catherine King MP, Martha Haylett MP, Hepburn Shire Mayor Don Henderson Creswick-Smeaton RSL, Creswick Smeaton RSL Keeper of the Crosses
Creswick Municipal Band, Creswick Legacy, Australian Red Cross
Community Bank Creswick & District, Creswick CFA, Creswick Lions Club
Creswick IGA, Creswick Railway Workshop Association, Anglican Parish of Springmount
Creswick Senior Citizens, John Curtin Aged Care Centre, Creswick Probus Club
Creswick U3A, Creswick Football & Netball Club, Creswick Garden Club
Creswick Neighbourhood Centre, Creswick Scouts and Cubs, Creswick Primary School
Creswick Nth Primary School, St Augustine's Primary School, Mt Blowhard Primary School
Newlyn Primary School, Creswick Woollen Mills, Friends of Park Lake
RACV Goldfields Resort, Creswick Bowling Club, Creswick Historical Society
Creswick Museum
If there are any members of the public who wish to lay a private wreath, please come forward now.
The Hon Catherine King MP, Martha Haylett MP, Hepburn Shire Mayor Don Henderson Creswick-Smeaton RSL, Creswick Smeaton RSL Keeper of the Crosses
Creswick Municipal Band, Creswick Legacy, Australian Red Cross
Community Bank Creswick & District, Creswick CFA, Creswick Lions Club
Creswick IGA, Creswick Railway Workshop Association, Anglican Parish of Springmount
Creswick Senior Citizens, John Curtin Aged Care Centre, Creswick Probus Club
Creswick U3A, Creswick Football & Netball Club, Creswick Garden Club
Creswick Neighbourhood Centre, Creswick Scouts and Cubs, Creswick Primary School
Creswick Nth Primary School, St Augustine's Primary School, Mt Blowhard Primary School
Newlyn Primary School, Creswick Woollen Mills, Friends of Park Lake
RACV Goldfields Resort, Creswick Bowling Club, Creswick Historical Society
Creswick Museum
If there are any members of the public who wish to lay a private wreath, please come forward now.
Ladies and gentlemen, we have now come to the observance part of our commemoration, those who are able to stand, please do so. Those gentlemen wearing a hat, please remove it.
The ODE
Last Post. Bugler Craig LatrobeSilence
Minute Silence
Lest We Forget
Rouse.
National Anthems
New Zealand National Anthem
Australian National Anthem
As is our custom, we will now make a presentation of books to the students of the Primary Schools who have given their time to support us again.
Thank yous
Creswick Municipal Band
CFA Driver - Damian Knowles
Ed Koene and helpers for Gunfire Breakfast
Bugler Craig Latrobe
Australian Red Cross
Creswick Senior Citizens
Creswick Scouts
Creswick Police
Ladies who made wreaths
Neville Keen - RACV for buggy
RSL members
Hepburn Shire – gardeners / traffic management
Public for support of Anzac Appeal
A special thankyou to Community Bank Creswick & District and the Railway Workshops Assoc. for their donations which has enabled us to purchase this new PA system.
The ODE
Last Post. Bugler Craig LatrobeSilence
Minute Silence
Lest We Forget
Rouse.
National Anthems
New Zealand National Anthem
Australian National Anthem
As is our custom, we will now make a presentation of books to the students of the Primary Schools who have given their time to support us again.
Thank yous
Creswick Municipal Band
CFA Driver - Damian Knowles
Ed Koene and helpers for Gunfire Breakfast
Bugler Craig Latrobe
Australian Red Cross
Creswick Senior Citizens
Creswick Scouts
Creswick Police
Ladies who made wreaths
Neville Keen - RACV for buggy
RSL members
Hepburn Shire – gardeners / traffic management
Public for support of Anzac Appeal
A special thankyou to Community Bank Creswick & District and the Railway Workshops Assoc. for their donations which has enabled us to purchase this new PA system.