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A community pauses in quiet respect at Newborough Square, honouring the men who served and sacrificed under the colours of the 2/29th Battalion AIF. This is a moment to remember Gippsland's own.
The 2/29th Battalion AIF Association is holding a memorial service dedicated to the "Boys from the Bush" — the men of the Battalion who hailed from the Gippsland area or who made their home here after the War. The association, a non-profit organisation committed to perpetuating the name, memory and tradition of the 2/29th, has organised this occasion for local families and friends to gather and pay tribute.
Attendees will come together at Newborough Square for the formal memorial service, reflecting on the service and sacrifice of the Gippsland men of the Battalion. Following the service, the group will move to the Moe RSL for a shared lunch — a chance to connect, share stories, and continue honouring the legacy of these men in a warm and welcoming setting.
Events like this are vital for Latrobe City's sense of identity and historical memory, keeping alive the stories of local men who served in one of Australia's most storied Second World War battalions. The Gippsland community's connection to the 2/29th is a source of deep regional pride.
The service takes place on Sunday 11 October 2026 at 11:00am at Newborough Square, Darlimurla Avenue, Newborough. For more details, search for the event on the 2/29th Battalion AIF Association's Facebook page.
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