In a different way, Batemans Bay's Brad Rossiter OAM wants the South Coast to participate in Anzac Day.
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"This Saturday, it's very important we continue to show our respect for our country, the fallen and returned," Mr Rossiter said.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Mr Rossiter said this year's Anzac Day would be different. With no parades or marches through the shire, he wanted to "continue the spirit", hoping families would commemorate at home.
"Bring your family together to respect and show gratitude," he said. Mr Rossiter said the community should light up their driveway at 6am with the sound of the Last Post followed by one minute's silence and the words 'Lest We Forget'.
Although it's tradition to hear the bugle play the Last Post, Mr Rossiter said some may be able to play a trumpet, saxophone or simply an iPhone would do. Whether you own a horse to parade in your back yard or have an Aussie barbecue and a beverage to mark the occasion, Mr Rossiter said there's plenty of ways to get creative and commemorate whilst sticking to social distancing rules.
"It's important we keep maintaining social distance, as we have flattened the curve, we need to keep respecting each other," he said.
What to do:
- Stand in your front yard, on your veranda or balcony with a torch, lantern, or something luminous.
- Play the Last Post through your phone, tablet or device at exactly 6am.
- Observe one minute's silence, followed by the words "Lest We Forget".
Please send us your photos from the day.
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