Council and RSL unite to shine a light on Remembrance Day

Townsville City Council will light up the city’s iconic assets in red, including Castle Hill, to mark Remembrance Day and honour the service and sacrifice of Australian Defence Force personnel.

Mayor Nick Dametto said as Australia's largest garrison city, Townsville had a deep connection to the Defence community.

"Remembrance Day is an important opportunity for our city to reflect on the courage, service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served our nation,” Cr Dametto said.

“Whether during past wars, modern conflicts, peacekeeping missions or training exercises, Defence personnel put their lives on the line to protect our way of life.

"By lighting Castle Hill and other Council assets in red, we're paying tribute to those who served and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, while helping keep the spirit and significance of Remembrance Day alive for future generations.”

RSL Queensland Townsville Sub-Branch President Colin Mosch welcomed Council's support in recognising the day.

"The red lighting is a powerful reminder of the sacrifice made by past and present service personnel and the importance of remembering their contribution to our country," Mr Mosch said.

“We thank Townsville City Council for helping highlight the significance of Remembrance Day and encouraging the community to take a moment to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service of Australia.”

Council is also inviting residents to attend its Remembrance Day service at Anzac Memorial Park on The Strand from 10:30am on Wednesday 11 November, delivered in partnership with the Townsville and Thuringowa RSL Sub-Branches, before observing a minute's silence at 11am.

The community can also attend a service at the Thuringowa Cenotaph at Riverway Precinct to pay tribute to those who served our country. For more information, visit What's On Townsville.