Remembrance Day

Published 04 November 2022

Remembrance Day is a time to honour the sacrifice of those who have fought and died in the line of duty.  Every year at 11am on 11 November, Australians take a minute’s silence to remember and honour those who have served and continue to serve.

Originally called Armistice Day, Remembrance Day was first observed in 1919 to commemorate the armistice agreement that ended WW1, the moment that the guns fell silent on the Western Front.

After World War II, the day was renamed in Australia to commemorate all Australian service personnel killed in action. 

In October 1997, the then Governor-General issued a proclamation declaring 11 November as Remembrance Day - a day to remember the sacrifice of those who have died for Australia in wars and conflicts.

Discover the region's memorials and the stories of those who served in WWI from the Moreton Bay Region on OurStory.