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The Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) has called on Australians to pause next Tuesday (11 November 2025) to remember all those who have died in the nation’s military service.
In his first Remembrance Day message as RSL Australia President, Peter Tinley has asked all Australians to unite and ‘remember to remember’ by observing a minute’s silence at 11am on Remembrance Day, to honour the fallen and also those who have bravely served our country with many continuing to serve today.
“At 11am on 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous war,” Peter Tinley said.
“This year marks the 107th anniversary of the Armistice that ended fighting with Germany in World War I.
“Since 1918, the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month has attained a special significance, and people in Australia and many other countries pause for a minute of silent reflection in memory of those who’ve died while in military service in wars, other conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
“With conflicts and tensions continuing in Ukraine, the Middle East and elsewhere around the world, it is important to remember the contribution of our veterans and current Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel to protect the liberty enjoyed by all Australians.
“The RSL is asking all Australians to join in this Remembrance Day, to honour our veterans, whether it be by attending a service, wearing a red poppy, observing a minute's silence at 11am or donating to the Poppy Appeal.
For the first time this year the RSL is offering virtual poppies alongside the traditional range, available at the Poppy Appeal website. Traditional poppies and badges will also be sold by the thousands of dedicated volunteers at shopping centres and street corners across Australia, as well as via the website.
Money raised in the appeal assists with the diverse range of services the RSL provides to veterans and their families, from emergency financial assistance to advocacy and social inclusion activities.
The Returned & Services League is committed to leading the nation in commemoration, and Remembrance Day services will take place at cenotaphs, memorials and RSL sub-branches across the country.
The RSL stands alongside veterans and their families across Australia and recognises the invaluable contribution of all Defence Force personnel, past and present.
Peter Tinley said it was important that as a nation, we remember all those who have served and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
“Remembrance Day is a day to pause to honour the courage and sacrifices of all those who have served in our Defence forces and remember those who have died in the military service of our nation.
“We encourage Australians, wherever they may be, and whatever they are doing, to pause at 11am on Tuesday 11 November and remember to remember,” he said
Service details and other information is available at the website: remembertoremember.com.au
