War Animal Day Service

Schedule

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 12:30 am

UTC+11:00

Location

Australian War Memorial | Canberra, CT

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Please join us to honour the deeds and sacrifices of service & veteran animals receiving the Australian Animal Distinguished Service Award.
Date: Tuesday 24th February
Time: 10:30AM
Location: The Sculpture Garden - Australian War Memorial, Limestone Ave, Campbell ACT 2612
Wear Something Purple and bring your animals along!
Remembering all war and service animals past and present.
Lay a purple poppy, share their story, keep their courage alive.
Purple Poppies & other merchandise is available on our website: https://awamo.org.au/shop/
Donate Online today:
https://awamo.org.au/donations/
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