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Conscription and the birthday ballot

Over 15,000 Australian National Servicemen served during the Vietnam War. Support for National Service faded after conscripts were killed, stirring the anti-war movement. Learn more about the scheme.

World War I 1914 to 1918

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World War II 1939 to 1945

Korean War 1950 to 1953

Photograph of 3RAR on the deck of a US troopship

Vietnam War 1962 to 1975

A male soldier standing in front of a tank.

New commemorative activity centre

Through puzzles and activities younger children can learn about how and why we commemorate. The games are designed to enhance student understanding of how we honour service.

Play a game or do an activity

Look inside our Anzac Day Kitbag for 2023

You'll find the Order of Service for dawn and other times, speeches, poetry and the National Anthem. Plus ideas to involve children. Get our ready-to-print resources.

Indigenous Service First World War workbook

The Anzac Legend: Great Debates

Home Front

Veterans' stories: their words

We gather stories of ordinary Australians who've had extraordinary experiences serving in wars, conflicts and peace operations all over the world.

Listen to oral histories

Alison Worrall: her story

Alison served with the RAAF during WWII. Growing up, she recalls the importance of Anzac Day to her family.

Ian Langford: his story

Ian joined the Army in 1992 and has been awarded the Distinguished Service Cross on 3 occasions.

Damien Parer: Stories of Service

Damien took many risks to film Allied troops in action and show Australians the true nature of combat during World War II.

Watch our video