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On Thursday, 23rd April, the Calrossy community gathered at Bishop Peter Chiswell Hall on the William Cowper Campus for a reflective and reverent ANZAC Service. Together, students and staff paused to honour the courage, sacrifice and service of those who have served our nation.
The service began with a welcome from Rev Mark Rundle, setting the tone for a time of reflection grounded in respect and gratitude. Millie Small delivered the Acknowledgement of Country, recognising the Kamilaroi and Gomeroi people as the traditional custodians of the land and connecting remembrance with our shared responsibility to honour both history and place.
Student leadership was central to the service, with School Captains and leaders laying wreaths as a symbol of remembrance. These acts provided a powerful visual expression of gratitude and respect.
Music played a significant role, with Miss Amanda Willey leading the combined choir in a moving performance of Somewhere Only We Know . The piece created a quiet and reflective space, allowing the community to consider the personal cost of service and sacrifice.
A Bible reading from John 15:12–15 was shared by Hudson Clunas, offering a clear reminder that “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.” In the context of ANZAC Day, this message resonated deeply, pointing to the selflessness demonstrated by those who placed others before themselves.
The ANZAC Service Prayer was led by Isobel Cudmore, guiding the community in reflection and thanksgiving, and encouraging all present to live lives marked by compassion, integrity and service.
The commemorative address was delivered by Rev Simon Carter, a retired RAAF chaplain, who spoke on themes of peace, sacrifice, resilience and mateship. Drawing on both personal experience and current global realities, he reflected on the enduring importance of ANZAC Day, noting why commemoration continues in a world still impacted by conflict. Rev Carter encouraged those present to look forward with hope to a time when people across the world might wake without the reality of conflict, war or the sound of sirens.
A solemn moment followed as John Drysdale recited The Ode. The Last Post, played by Lilian Davies, called the community to silence, observed for one minute in honour of those who have given their lives. The Rouse, also played by Lilian, marked a moment of hope and renewal.
The service concluded with the National Anthem, led by Miss Willey and the combined choir, before Rev Mark Rundle offered closing reflection and a benediction.
As a Christian community, Calrossy continues to reflect on what service looks like in everyday life. The ANZAC Service is not only a time to remember, but also an opportunity to consider how we care for others and live with compassion and courage.
In remembering the past, we are reminded of the responsibility we carry into the future.
