Toowoomba town crier joins chorus to mark WWII VP Day
TOOWOOMBA’S town crier Kevin Howarth will join a global chorus next weekend to commemorate one of the final acts of World War II.
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TOOWOOMBA'S town crier Kevin Howarth will join a global chorus next weekend to commemorate one of the final acts of World War II, when he delivers a heartfelt tribute at Toowoomba's Mother's Memorial.
Mr Howarth will mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day, which commemorates the end of World War II hostilities, on Saturday August 15 from 11.05am.
"The VP Day Cry for Peace Around the World is an international commemorative event that has been organised to mark the date," Mr Howarth said.
"I am honoured to join my fellow town criers across Australia and the world to proclaim the 75th anniversary of this memorable occasion."
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio said the commemorative activity meant the landmark anniversary would be recognised in a fitting manner, despite the limit on people attending gatherings.
"The Toowoomba Region and Australia still honour the service and sacrifice of veterans who played a vital part in the Second World War," Mayor Antonio said.
"For our region, it is a chance to reflect on the sacrifice of the men who served in the 25th Battalion, better known as the Darling Downs Regiment, and their actions in New Guinea, especially at Milne Bay in August 1942."