Goulburn Valley Remembrance Day services

Goulburn Valley Remembrance Day Services

Remembrance Day services will take place across the Goulburn Valley on Tuesday, November 11, honoring those who fought and died for Australia. All ceremonies include a wreath-laying and a minute of silence at 11:00 am.

Shepparton Service

The Shepparton service will be held at the cenotaph located at the corner of Welsford and Fryers Streets, starting at 10:30 am.

The guest speaker will be Kyriakos “Ken” Tsirigotis, who served in the Australian Army for 22 years. Most of his service was with the Royal Australian Infantry Corps as a reconnaissance paratrooper.

After his military career, Ken worked at Melbourne Legacy in various roles, including chief operating officer. He has also held multiple positions on the Victorian Veterans Council and was the operations lead for the Legacy Centenary Torch Relay.

A memorial plaque recognizing World War I nurses trained in the Goulburn Valley will be unveiled at the cenotaph during the service.

Mooroopna Service

The Mooroopna service will be held at the cenotaph on McLennan Street. The guest speaker is Adrian Ambrose, a former school teacher and retired lawyer.

These services provide a meaningful opportunity to honor the sacrifices made by Australian service members and remember their contributions to the nation.

"All ceremonies will include a wreath laying ceremony, as well as a minute’s silence at 11am."

Author's summary: Remembrance Day in Goulburn Valley features solemn ceremonies with distinguished speakers, honoring veterans and unveiling a plaque for WWI nurses, ensuring their legacy is preserved.

Shepparton News — 2025-11-07