It is always a wonderful sight to see a passionately driven community stop what they are doing to be a part of Remembrance Day services.
Boggabri continues to be ‘The little town, with the big heart’, a perfect illustration of community spirit.
On Tuesday, November 11, at the 11th hour, the community paused to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have made sacrifices for our country.
As bugle is sounded, echoing through the streets, it’s a reminder of what the day observes and it’s significance.
Originally called Armistice Day, Remembrance Day marks the moment that World War I began to come to an end.
Whether it was a farmer hopping off the chaser bin to reflect and pay respects alone in a paddock or grandparents supporting their grandchild participating in a service, the little town of
Boggabri showed up in solidarity on Remembrance Day for those who have served our country.
The town’s service took place at the Boggabri Cenotaph.
Member of the Boggabri RSL Sub-branch and president of the RSL Club Terry Hadgett conducted the ceremony and gave the commemorative address.
“The service went very well, with a lovely little turn out of around 30 people,” Terry said.
Sacred Heart captain Jacob Carroll and Boggabri Public School captains Lachlan Stove and Macie McKenzie laid wreaths, followed by the RSL Sub-branch and then the chance for anyone else too.
“Reverend Nick Stone led the crowd in prayer at the start before the minute’s silence,” he said.
“The Australian National Anthem followed shortly after, locals beginning to sing at the end of the service.
Afterwards, a morning tea was held at Boggabri HACC (Home and Community Care) which the community were welcomed.
“I would like to thank David Grover for helping me organise the service and he did a great job in organising the flags for the grave site as well as making sure proceedings ran smoothly,” Terry added.
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