Community out in force for Anzac Day March

Veterans, local schools and community groups took part in this year’s march

28th Apr 2026

A cool and drizzly start greeted marchers in Guyra, with many carrying umbrellas as they gathered at Fourways ahead of the Anzac Day march. The weather cleared just in time, with the sun peeking through as proceedings began, setting the scene for the 110th commemorations.
Large numbers of residents and veterans came together to honour generations who have served their country, with strong attendance at both the dawn service and the later morning ceremony at Guyra MPS.
The main march featured a strong contingent of service men and women, joined by family members of those who have served and are no longer with us. Students from schools across the district swelled the ranks, paying their respects and continuing the Anzac tradition.
The service was held in front of the War Memorial Hall and led by Guyra RSL sub-branch President Hans Hietbrink. Councillor Eli Imad, representing Armidale Regional Council, welcomed those in attendance.
A highlight of the ceremony was the commemorative address delivered by former local, Major Erin Archibald, who paid tribute to her ancestors and the many others from the district who served.
Members of the catafalque party included 337 Air Force Cadets. The ceremony also acknowledged the ongoing connection between Guyra and No. 1 Squadron RAAF Amberley, whose members maintain a special association with the town. Guyra is the final resting place of two of their flight crew who died in a 1993 F-111 crash.
A moving moment came with a flyover by an EA-18G Growler, which passed low over the crowd, briefly breaking the silence of the service.
Local schoolchildren played an important role in the ceremony. Unaloto Ale from Black Mountain Primary School read the Prayer of Remembrance, Clancy Robinson from St Mary of the Angels delivered the Prayer of Freedom, Guyra Central School captains Adaiah Galindo and Charlie Ward presented the Prayer for the Australian Defence Force, and Claudia Evans from Bald Blair Primary School read the Prayer of Peace.
The service also marked the final Anzac Day for Mr Hietbrink as President, with his contribution acknowledged by the community. Warwick Leven has now stepped into the role.

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