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We Will Remember Them … but not at the usual major public gatherings this year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

March 16, 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n

RSL Queensland advised its Sub-Branches on Monday afternoon to cancel Anzac Day commemorations in light of the emerging COVID-19 public health emergency.<\/p>\n

RSL Queensland president Tony Ferris said the advice followed on from the Federal Government\u2019s announcement on Friday that public gatherings of more than 500 people should be suspended.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur older veterans are particularly at risk from this virus, so we believe this is the responsible thing to do to ensure their health and wellbeing,\u201d\u00a0Mr Ferris said.<\/span><\/p>\n

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He said RSL Queensland was considering options for commemorating the anniversary without placing veterans and the general public at risk.<\/p>\n

\u201cRegardless of the form this year\u2019s Anzac Day commemorations take, we will always remember the dedication, commitment and sacrifice of our defence forces, past and present,\u201d Mr Ferris said.<\/p>\n

Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington\u00a0acknowledged the “extraordinarily difficult decision” made by RSL Queensland.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cCommunity safety must always come first with decisions based on best possible scientific and health advice,” she said.<\/p>\n

“Queenslanders will always remember the sacrifice, dedication and bravery of all those who have served.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe way we commemorate Anzac Day may change this year, but the enduring spirit of the Anzacs will forever be honoured by Queenslanders.\u201d<\/p>\n

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