Anzac Day
On Thursday April 24, Woodlea Campus held its whole school ANZAC Day service in a virtual format. Conducted by the Year 10 Leaders, the service provided a solemn and respectful reflection on the sacrifices made by Australia’s servicemen and women. The service included readings, prayers and a commemorative address prepared by the students, which reflected upon the significance of the ANZAC spirit to our nation. In addition to the service, SRC representatives supported the Caroline Springs RSL by selling ANZAC badges, giving the school community an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause in remembrance of our fallen heroes.
On Monday, 28 April, our Maddingley Campus came together for a heartfelt ANZAC Day ceremony. All 2,387 Prep to Year 12 students gathered for a standing service, paying tribute to the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country.
The ceremony was marked by outstanding leadership, with student leaders from Year 4, Year 6, Year 8 and Year 12 taking on significant roles in the service. These young leaders proudly presented the Ode, led the Last Post and carried out other key ceremonial duties, demonstrating exceptional maturity and respect for the occasion.
Their thoughtful contributions reminded us all of the importance of ANZAC Day. It was a moving experience for both students and staff, and a powerful reflection of our school’s commitment to fostering leadership, respect and discipline.
We thank all involved in making the ANZAC Day ceremonies at both campuses, a memorable and meaningful occasion for all.
Mrs Sarah Hunter – Deputy Principal Woodlea Campus and Mrs Lisa Foster – Deputy Principal Maddingley Campus
From our Middle School Captains
ANZAC Day holds deep significance for Australia and New Zealand, as we come together each year on April 25 to remember the brave men and women who served and sacrificed in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping missions. It marks the anniversary of the landing of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) at Gallipoli, Turkey, in 1915 during the First World War. What was meant to be a swift campaign became a prolonged and gruelling battle, testing the strength and spirit of the ANZACs in unimaginable ways. Although the mission faced great hardship and loss, and did not achieve its military objectives, it revealed powerful qualities—courage, mateship, endurance and determination—that have helped shape our national identity. Today, ANZAC Day stands as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made not only at Gallipoli but in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping missions. As a school community, we pause to honour their memory, reflect on the values they stood for, and ensure their stories and sacrifices are never forgotten. Lest we forget.
Shej S and Palaash
From our School Captain
At dawn on ANZAC Day, a few of my peers and I had the honour of representing Bacchus Marsh Grammar at the Dawn Service held at the Bacchus Marsh RSL. We laid a wreath on behalf of the BMG and the wider school community, paying our respects to those who gave their lives during the First World War.
Being chosen to take part in something so meaningful was a real privilege. It made me feel incredibly proud to represent our school and reminded me just how important it is to pause, reflect and show respect for the sacrifices made by others.
Lest We Forget.
Sam Lillie – School Captain
