New restricted Anzac Day trading hours for retailers were announced by the NSW government in July last year in an effort to respect veterans and ensure people could take part in services throughout the day. Retailers such as liquor stores, supermarkets and fashion outlets could previously open on the public holiday at 1pm, but the new Retail Trading Amendment Act 2024 required stores to stay shut until midnight.

Motorists are reminded that double demerits are in place in NSW and ACT for four consecutive days from Thursday, April 24 until Sunday, April 27 over the Anzac Day long weekend. So take care on the roads when travelling.

A Topical correspondent has voiced concern with the amount of rubbish and plastic bottles thrown into the river. “This is pollution of the worse kind,” the correspondent says. “Please keep our waterways clear and put your rubbish in the bin.”