Anzac Day Events in NSW: April 25-27 with a Public Holiday
Introduction
Many people will come to ceremonies in New South Wales. They will remember the country''s veterans. Anzac Day is on a Saturday this year. So there is a public holiday on Monday, April 27. This is a test for two years.
Main Body
The main ceremony is at the Cenotaph in Martin Place in Sydney. The dawn service starts at 4:20 AM. People watch quietly. They play The Last Post and say The Ode of Remembrance. People can watch from special areas. There are areas for people in wheelchairs. Police check bags. After the dawn service, a march starts at 9:00 AM on Elizabeth Street. Then a ceremony happens at the Pool of Remembrance in Hyde Park at 12:30 PM. A sunset service is at 5:00 PM at the Cenotaph. Other towns have events too. In Parramatta, a march starts at 4:00 AM. The dawn service is at 4:30 AM. In Penrith, the dawn service starts outside the RSL club. Then a silent march goes to Memory Park. The club gives breakfast. In Newcastle, the dawn service is at 5:00 AM at Camp Shortland. A march starts at 9:15 AM. A ceremony is at 10:00 AM. A plane flies over. In Wollongong, the dawn service is at 5:00 AM at MacCabe Park. A march starts at 10:00 AM. Many roads will close on Anzac Day. People should use public transport. Veterans and their families can travel for free. They need to wear uniforms or medals. Extra trains and buses will run. But light rail will not run between Town Hall and Circular Quay until 6:15 AM. It stops again from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Bus routes may change. Anzac Day is a restricted trading day. Big shops like supermarkets and department stores are closed all day. Small shops, chemists, newsagencies, petrol stations, cafes, takeaway food shops, and bars can open. The Monday public holiday is not a restricted trading day. The game of two-up is allowed on Anzac Day. It is only allowed on three days each year. Venues do not need a permit. But they must play the game in the old way. Police will check. Double demerit points are active now and continue through the weekend. Police will test drivers for alcohol and drugs. More police will be on highways and roads.
Conclusion
Anzac Day events will happen in many places. There will be dawn services, marches, and ceremonies. Roads will close, and public transport will change. The public holiday on Monday is a test. Police will check drivers and games more.