Anzac Day Service

Ulladulla High School students showed great respect and community spirit at this year’s Anzac Day commemorations, attending both the Ulladulla Dawn Service and the Milton March and Ceremony. At the Dawn Service, School Captain Cameron Davies laid a wreath on behalf of the school community. Cameron, despite still feeling the effects of completing the Kokoda Challenge the week prior, represented the school with pride. He was joined by fellow student leader Annabelle, who, despite also feeling unwell from the Kokoda effort, attended the services in support. Later that morning, Cameron was joined by Jordan Magi for the Milton March. Together, they had the honour of leading the march and laying a wreath at the Milton Cenotaph, paying tribute to the men and women who have served. It was wonderful to see many Ulladulla High students attending the march, proudly wearing their relatives’ medals in recognition of their families’ service to Australia. Chloe Hamilton and Zahlie Ritchie gave moving performances of the hymns and the national anthem at both services, with their heartfelt singing bringing many in the audience to tears. A particularly powerful moment came at the Dawn Service when Lachlan Barry, who had delivered mementos from the Milton Ulladulla RSL Sub-Branch to the Western Front during his visit to France in December, was invited to deliver the Commemoration Address. Lachlan’s speech was deeply emotional and resonated strongly with those in attendance. The strong presence and commitment of Ulladulla High School students at both services was a strong reflection of the Anzac spirit and a fitting tribute to those who have served.