Pause a minute to remember
Each year, at 11am on 11 November—the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month—we pause to honour all who have served, and those who gave their lives, in war and peacekeeping operations.
On this day in 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of devastating conflict. Germany’s signing of the Armistice marked the end of the First World War and gave birth to this day of remembrance.
The Shrine's architecture plays a pivotal role on Remembrance Day. At exactly 11am, the Ray of Light illuminates the word Love on the Stone of Remembrance in the Sanctuary, marking the precise moment the Armistice was signed. This moving alignment can be viewed again by the public at midday.
All are invited to attend the Victorian State Remembrance Day Service at the Shrine. Bookings are not required, but please note that seating is limited.
Victorian State Remembrance Service
10.30am Monday 11 November
Second World War Memorial Forecourt
Shrine of Remembrance
Events
Commemoration in Concert
Experience an unforgettable evening of music and reflection at the Shrine of Remembrance.
Victorian State Remembrance Day Service
Join us for the Victorian State Remembrance Day Service or watch online.
Peter FitzSimons: The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop
Join bestselling author Peter FitzSimons as he shares the extraordinary story of a doctor whose courage became a lifeline for thousands of POWs.
Red to Remember
In the 10 days leading up to Remembrance Day, the Shrine and other Melbourne landmarks will light ''red to remember''.
Share your pics with us by including the hashtags #shrineofremembrance and #redtoremember on social media.
Free public transport
Veterans, war widows, and current defence members will be able to travel for free on public transport to the Shrine service and local commemorative services on Remembrance Day, including V-Line services.
Free public transport to commemorations is also open to school students, Scouts, Guides, ADF Cadets and band members in uniform.
To claim the free travel, veterans and war widows will simply need to present a form of identification, including:
- Veterans Card - Victoria
- DVA Veteran Gold or White Card
- Category ‘V’ Victorian Public Transport Concession Card.
- or wearing a uniform, service medals, an ex-service association or returned from active service or war widows badge
Members of the Australian Defence Force can either wear their uniform or show their ADF Badge.
The Remembrance Day Service and broadcast is supported by the Victorian Government.
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