This week the College gathered in the Chapel to commemorate ANZAC Day with a school liturgy. The names of Old Boys lost in the world wars were read from the Roll of Honour and prayers were offered for the souls of all those departed. On behalf of the Harper family Polly (Y9) introduced a short TV3 video clip about her great uncles' involvement in the WWI which brought home the horrors of military campaigns. A procession was made to the Grotto and Magee Memorial Lawn at which the flag was lowered, the Last Post was played and we were joined by the Combined High Schools Firing Party and Guard. A wreath was laid at the Grotto by Head Students and Mr Kevin Howard (an Old Boy of the College and former soldier) laid a wreath at the foot of the crosses in the Field of Remembrance. Students then placed poppies amongst the crosses to conclude the ceremony.
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