This afternoon I would like to acknowledge the service organised by the Geelong RSL last Saturday at the Geelong RSL cenotaph to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II in the Pacific.
It was a touching occasion that brought people together, including those who have served in a range of conflicts, family members and local support service providers.
Brian Dunn, Andrew Smitten, Fr Dillon, Jeff Hansen, Barry Abley, Christine Bowden and the Geelong RSL Pipes and Drums all made powerful contributions which enabled all assembled to reflect on the past and our future.