Wednesday 11 November is Remembrance Day. At 11am, people across Australia pause for one minute of silence to remember the service personnel who died while serving in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

There are other simple ways to take part:
• Pause for one minute at 11am, wherever you are.  
• Wear a red poppy, in memory of those who served and sacrificed for our nation.  
• Attend a commemorative service at your local RSL Sub Branch.  
• Donate to the Poppy Appeal, which supports veterans and their families in times of need.  

What is Remembrance Day?

Remembrance Day is one of the most important days on our commemorative calendar. It's a day when we acknowledge those who died or suffered while serving in wars, conflicts and peace operations. Remembrance Day is held on 11 November each year. This is the anniversary of the Armistice of 1918 that ended fighting in World War I. The war didn't officially end until 28 June 1919 with the Treaty of Versailles. People in Australia and many other countries observe one minute's silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month because that's when the Armistice came into effect. It's a time to honour all personnel who died or suffered in the service of Australia.