Pipers lead march in honour of our veterans

HUNDREDS took to the streets at the weekend to pay their respects to the men and women who have served this country.

Pipers led the parade through Mascot on Sunday. Picture: Simon Bullard

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HUNDREDS took to the streets at the weekend to pay their respects to the men and women who have served this country.

Pipers led the Mascot RSL-organised march from Mascot Library on Sunday.

Veteran of the Second World War Bill Sylvia, 93 with Frank Balbi, 96. Picture: Simon Bullard

Veterans from World War II as well as more recent conflicts proudly wore their medals as they remembered their fallen pals.

School groups and Scouts also joined the parade, along with Heffron state MP Ron Hoenig, Maroubra state MP Michael Daley and Kingsford Smith federal MP Matt Thistlethwaite.

Far left, Heffron state MP Ron Hoenig with Maroubra state MP Michael Daley, far right. Picture: Simon Bullard

They made their way to Mascot Memorial Park where wreaths were laid.

There will be dawn services across the region on Anzac Day, with thousands expected at Coogee.

Those wishing to attend should meet at Coogee Legion Club, Arden St, at 4.30am tomorrow.

There will also be dawn services at Botany Cenotaph, Booralee Park (6am), Maroubra Cenotaph, Anzac Pde (4.30am), and Matraville Cenotaph, Norfolk Pde (5am).

The parade made its way from Mascot Library to Mascot Memorial Park. Picture: Simon Bullard

Commemorations will continue throughout the day, including the playing of two-up at venues across the southeast.

The Southern Courier will be at the Coogee dawn service. See our report, pictures and video at southerncourier.com.au.

Youngsters, including these Scouts, were also part of the parade. Picture: Simon Bullard

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