General News
6 November, 2026
Stawell to pause and remember on Remembrance Day
THE Stawell community will come together next Wednesday to pause, reflect and pay tribute to the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country.
Stawell RSL will host its 107th Remembrance Day Service on November 11, with residents invited to attend the annual commemoration and honour those who have lost their lives in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
The service will be held at the Patrick Street Avenue of Honour Cenotaph, adjacent to the Stawell Library, commencing at 11am.
Remembrance Day is observed each year on November 11, marking the anniversary of the Armistice which brought an end to fighting with Germany during World War I in 1918.
The guns fell silent at 11am on November 11, bringing an end to more than four years of devastating conflict and providing a moment that would become one of the most significant dates on the commemorative calendar.
Since 1919, Australians and people across many nations have gathered each year to remember those who served and died in military service.
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, communities pause for one minute of silence in memory of the fallen.
While Remembrance Day originated in the aftermath of World War I, its significance has grown to encompass all Australian service personnel who have lost their lives in subsequent wars, conflicts and peacekeeping missions.
It is also an opportunity to recognise the courage, sacrifice and dedication of those who served, and to acknowledge the lasting impact of war on families, communities and generations.
For Stawell, the annual service provides an important opportunity to remember local servicemen and women, reflect on their contribution and ensure their stories and sacrifices are not forgotten.
Proceedings will commence at 11am next Wednesday, with those attending asked to arrive at least 10 minutes beforehand.
A limited number of chairs will be available.
Anyone wishing to lay a wreath during the service is asked to contact the Stawell RSL office on 5358 3588. If the office is unattended, callers are asked to leave a message on the answering machine.
Buy a poppy for Remembrance Day
STAWELL RSL members are out in the community selling merchandise for Remembrance Day.
Stawell RSL Members will be at Shop 108 toomorrow (Saturday) from 9am to midday and then next Monday and Tuesday from 9am to 4pm.
President Geoff Reading said the annual poppy campaign is always well supported by the Stawell community.
“We always do pretty well. We punch above our weight for a small town,” he said.
Stawell residents are encouraged to come along to Shop 108 (108 Main Street) and purchase a poppy or other RSL merchandise to support the programs run by the RSL to support veterans.
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