Colin Wagener had a front-row seat to history during WWII. But for decades the 106-year-old couldn’t bring himself to talk about it. Read our extraordinary interview with SA’s oldest veteran.
Aussie schoolchildren have learnt about Simpson and his donkey for decades. Now newly transcribed letters have revealed what Anzac hero John Simpson was really like.
Captain Paul McKay tragically took his own life after serving in Afghanistan. But 10 years later, a good friend has found a way to honour him.
Thousands of South Australians have stood vigil at Anzac Day Dawn Services across the state this morning, with many telling their own personal stories about the importance of the day.
Millions of people have flocked out early this morning to commemorate Anzac Day across Australia, with marches bringing crowds to the streets. See how your state marked the occasion in this gallery.
When Angus Hughes’ plane was shot down, he spent days dodging the Nazis with the help of a compass hidden in his tunic button. But Germans caught him – and the true horrors began.
More than 80 years ago, these now-wearied Diggers were idealistic young men itching to fight for their country. Now all aged over 100, they reflect on their feelings then and now.
Communities across SA will come to a standstill on Thursday morning to commemorate Anzac Day and remember the lives lost in service of our country.
A “dauntless lad in khaki” lost on one of Australia’s darkest days has finally been found and identified, alongside a digger shot dead on his 20th birthday as disaster unfolded around him.
The Adelaide Crows have revealed their first ever commemorative Anzac guernsey set to debut in next week’s special round.
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