Get Involved with Darwin Defenders

Get Involved

There are many ways that you can help ensure that Australians never forget the courage of those who defended the Top End – and the losses that incurred.

Help to organise a local commemorative ceremony
Interact with your local schools.
You will find some good suggestions for commemorative activities at www.ServingAustralia.info
Share your story
If you or a member of your family was in Darwin in 1942 – 1945 please share your story with us so that we can share it with others. There are some gems out there – photos, letters, diaries, memorabilia and much more, all of which have wonderful memories and meanings from the past.

Upcoming Events

19 February Annually

Darwin Defenders Commemorative Ceremony

Darwin Defenders 1942-1945 Commemoration Ceremony will be held annually at the Shrine of Remembrance, on February 19, for the anniversary of the day that Darwin was bombed and war came to Australia.

The ceremony will honour those who served and those who died during the attacks on Darwin during 1942 - 1945. It is an opportunity for veterans, their families, dignitaries and school students from across Melbourne to participate in a moving ceremony that aims to remind us all of the cost of preserving peace and democracy in Australia.

We welcome you to join us on this important occasion. If you would like to be included on the invitation list please send your contact details to Bernadette Lightfoot at Ryebuck Media bern@ryebuck.com.au
You can find out more about the activities of the Darwin Defenders Association Melbourne Chapter at:
www.darwindefenders.com

Darwin Defenders Association Melbourne Chapter

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Upcoming Events

19 February Annually

Darwin Defenders Commemorative Ceremony

When War Came To Australia