Soldier sacrifices recognised in Stanhope service

By Jemma Jones

Apr 29, 2025

Stanhope RSL hosted Stanhope's belated Anzac Day service on Sunday, April 27. Photo by Contributed

“If we don’t remember the dead, who will?”

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The stirring statement made by Stanhope RSL member Phillip Chapman resonated with more than 100 people who attended the belated Anzac Day service on Sunday, April 27.

The service began at 2pm with an official catafalque party presented by the 419 squadron Shepparton RAAF cadets.

The Rushworth and District Concert Band provided stirring music for a brief march around Stanhope Memorial Park, after which attendees gathered at the RSL hall for the formal service.

A catafalque party, a march and a service made for a stirring Anzac service in Stanhope. Photo by Contributed

The band continued to play music throughout the service, while guest speakers and readers moved the service along.

The guest speaker for the day was Kyabram P-12 College student Matilda Sowter, who took part in last year’s Kokoda Trail trip.

She told the crowd about her experiences on the Kokoda Trail and what she learnt on her trip.

Campaspe Shire Council’s Cr Adrian Weston read the Anzac Requiem and The Last Post and Reveille was played by the Rushworth and District Concert Band.

Mr Chapman spoke about the importance of recognising sacrifices and why they are made.

The event concluded with attendees sharing afternoon tea, featuring an array of country delicacies.