Last Post Service: National Day for War Animals
Schedule
Sun Feb 22 2026 at 06:45 am to 07:15 am
UTC+11:00Location
Shrine of Remembrance | Melbourne, VI
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๐พ Paws and reflect in recognition of the National Day for War Animals, this special Last Post service will pay tribute to the remarkable deeds and sacrifices of animals in times of war.๐ด๐ถ Throughout history, animals have served as indispensable assets in various roles, including transport, messengers, protectors, mascots, support animals, and cherished pets. Their vital contributions have left an indelible mark on every conflict involving Australians.
A variety of service animals and their handlers will be in attendance, and the service will conclude with the release of homing pigeons.
Join us with your (leashed) fur friends to honour the contribution of war animals who have given their loyalty and their lives.
๐๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ซ๐ฒ,
๐.๐๐๐ฉ๐ฆโ๐.๐๐๐ฉ๐ฆ,
๐๐๐๐จ๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฆ๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ญ
https://www.shrine.org.au/war-animal-last-post-service
Prior to the Last Post Service, a theatrical performance telling the story of Sandy, the only Australian war horse to return home from the First World War.
Learn more about this performance here:
https://www.shrine.org.au/told-boys-who-fed-me-apples
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Where is it happening?
Shrine of Remembrance, Royal Botanical Gardens, SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE RESERVE, St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia, MelbourneEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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