Anzac Centenary call for submissions
As we approach the Anzac Centenary, the Australian Government wants to hear your views on how best to mark this significant event. How can we best commemorate and recognise this important centenary?
Anzac Day is already a day of national commemoration when we pause to remember Australia's servicemen and women. During the Anzac Centenary, which will mark the period 2014 to 2018, Australia will commemorate 100 years since our involvement in the First World War and also a century of service in war, defence and peacekeeping.
The National Commission is seeking ideas and suggestions from all Australians about how to commemorate the Anzac Centenary.
All Australians are encouraged to make a submission-you don't need to have served in the defence force or share family links to First World War service. Mayor of Strathbogie Shire Council, Howard Myers said, "The Commission is hoping to hear from everyday Australians, regardless of age or heritage who have a great idea about how we can commemorate the Anzac Centenary."
It is preferable that you supply your name, postal address, email address and a daytime contact telephone number in your submission. Anonymous submissions will be accepted, but are not encouraged, as it may be necessary to contact you to discuss the content of your submission.
Submissions must be made in writing. A submission form is available for download at www.anzaccentenary.gov.au or via email from the Department of Veterans' Affairs if you wish to use it. All submissions, whether you have used the form or not, should include a detailed outline of the idea and themes it addresses, as well as a brief summary of the idea. If you need more space in your submission form, you can also include some additional pages.
While you can include additional supporting information such as photos or other evidence, this is not required for the National Commission to consider your submission.
Submissions can be lodged by:
Email: anzaccentenary@dva.gov.au Please include the word 'submission' in the subject line.
Post:
The National Commission - Anzac Centenary
Department of Veterans' Affairs
PO Box 9998 CANBERRA ACT 2601
All submissions lodged with the National Commission will receive an acknowledgment of receipt.
Details of all submissions will be available to the public via the internet after Saturday 25 September 2010.
The National Commission will report to Government in early 2011.
The Government will then consider options regarding the broad scope and governance of the Anzac Centenary program.
Each submission, large or small, should consider ways in which the Australian community can be engaged to mark the Anzac Centenary.
This could be through commemorative, educative and interpretive initiatives and activities.
Submissions may include ideas, principles and/or recommendations for an individual commemorative project or broader commemorative program. Submissions might discuss both national events and local community activities. They could include proposals for websites, films and books, as well as, functions, parades and ceremonies.
Submissions are sought on the following six themes and close on Friday 17 September 2010.
- Century of service
- Community engagement
- Infrastructure and capital works
- Education, public awareness and community access
- Commemorative services
- International relations and cooperation.
For more information: Marli Kelly 0409 410 178