Remembrance Day
Remember to Remember
11 November, at 11am - Lest we forget
At 11.00 am on 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous war. The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month attained a special significance in the post-war years.
Remembrance Day is a day for people to acknowledge the service personnel who have died while serving, including in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. This Remembrance Day, the RSL invites the community to attend a commemorative service at their local RSL Sub Branch to remember those who have given their lives in service to their country. The community is encouraged to wear a red poppy on Remembrance Day in memory of those who served and sacrificed for our nation.
How you can honour our veterans
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Remembrance Day Services & Events
Across Australia, events, activations and commemorative services are hosted by RSL Branches and Sub Branches to acknowledge Remembrance Day.
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Make a Donation
Your donation to the Poppy Appeal changes the lives of our veterans and their families. All proceeds from the Poppy Appeal go towards supporting veterans.
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Purchase a poppy
RSL Volunteers will be out and about around the country selling poppies. Proceeds from the sales of RSL poppies support our veterans and their families. Poppies are also available from selected Woolworths, and Officeworks stores or online.
Learn More about Remembrance Day
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History of Remembrance Day
At 11.00 am on 11 November, 1918 the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous war. In November the Germans called for an armistice (suspension of fighting) in order to secure a peace settlement.
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Features of Remembrance Day
To honour the fallen. To respect the returned. To salute the serving. Features of Remembrance Day such as The Ode, the Poppy and Reveille are long-standing traditions of Remembrance Day events.
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Hosting a Remembrance Day Service
Information about service timings and a suggested order of service is available for those hosting commemorative events.