Mt St Patrick Primary School, Murwillumbah

ANZAC Day 2026 - Special Year 6 Episode

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A special Year 6 episode to commemorate ANZAC Day 2026.

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Welcome to our special Year Six podcast. Today we are sharing a very important Australian Day of Remembrance, Anzac Day, which we commemorated last Saturday.

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Anzac Day is held every year on the 25th of April. It is a day when Australians and New Zealanders remember the soldiers who served and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping missions.

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The word Anzac stands for the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. It originally refers to the soldiers who landed at Gallipoli in Turkey in 1915 during World War I.

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The landing at Gallipoli was very difficult. Many soldiers showed courage, teamwork and resilience in extremely tough conditions. We remember not just their bravery but also the cost of war.

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On Anzac Day, many people attend dawn services. These services happen early in the morning, often before sunrise, to reflect the time the soldiers landed at Gallipoli.

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At dawn services, people stand quietly, listen to the last post and reflect. It is a moment of silence and respect.

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Another important part of Anzac Day is the Anzac Biscuit. These were originally made by families and sent to soldiers because they lasted a long time on the journey overseas.

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Today, Anzac biscuits are still baked and shared as a way of remembering and connecting with that history.

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Anzac Day is not just about the past, it is also about what values we can carry on into the future.

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Values like courage, mateship, kindness, and respect.

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We remember that many people have sacrificed so that others can live in peace today.

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A famous phrase often used on Anzac Day is less we forget. It reminds us never to forget those who have served. Lest we forget.

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Thank you for closing to our Anzac Day podcast.

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We hope you took a moment this Anzac Day to reflect and remember. And to think about the importance of peace. From all of us in year six, lest we forget.