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Schools take part in Anzac Day march

The Peninsula’s public schools took part in the Anzac Day march from the Woy Woy commuter carpark to the morning service at Woy Woy Memorial Park.

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Schools to take part included Umina Beach, Woy Woy South, Ettalong and Woy Woy Public Schools.

“Our students proudly marched alongside their community at our local Anzac service to honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our country,” said Ettalong Public School principal Ms Jodie Campbell.

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“Our captains spoke during the ceremony and shared such wonderful words and reflections.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to pay our respects on this important day and we are so proud of our students and staff

Aged care homes hold services

Aged care homes on the Peninsula had their own Anzac services.

Blue Wave Living in Woy Woy held their Anzac commemoration in the previous week.

“As always, it was an emotional service which touched the hearts of all who attended,” said chief executive Mr Matt Downie.

Peninsula Villages in Umina held services across all its residences on Anzac Day.

“We held services to remember the sacrifices of those who served our country,” said chief executive

Mr Colin Osborne.

“Residents, staff, families, and friends gathered to pay tribute to the men and women who have fought and died for our freedom.

“The services were a moving and solemn reminder of the cost of war.

“We are grateful for the service and sacrifice of all those who have worn the uniform of our country.”

SOURCE: Social media, 19 Apr 2023 Matt Downie, BlueWave Living Social media, 26 Apr 2023 Colin Osborne, Peninsula Villages who represented our school with pride.”

Brisbane Water Secondary College Umina campus captains

Alyssa Haremaker and Gemma Fabbiani laid a wreath on behalf of the college during the service.

Members of the Woy Woy Branch of the Country Women’s Association made a wreath with knitted poppies which was placed at the Woy Woy War Memorial.

Among others to attend were representatives of the local Fire and Rescue NSW brigade and Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid.

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Social media, 25 Apr 2023

Ettalong Public School

Umina Beach Public School

Woy Woy Public School

Woy Woy South Public School

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Umina Fire Station, Fire and Rescue NSW Gordon Reid, Member for Robertson