ON November 11 Australians are encouraged to pause for a minute’s silence at 11am and remember all those who have suffered and died in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
A number of events will take place in the local area to coincide with Remembrance Day including services organised by RSL sub branches.
Beerwah
Beerwah and District RSL Sub Branch will hold a service at the Turner Park Cenotaph, Turner Street Beerwah commencing at 10.25am with light refreshments after the service.
Glass House Mountains
The Glasshouse Country RSL Sub Branch will host a Remembrance Day commemoration at the RSL Cenotaph, 1 Reed Street Glass House Mountains, commencing at 10.30am and followed by a light lunch.
Maleny
Maleny RSL Sub Branch will hold a service at the Cenotaph at 1 Bunya Street Maleny from 10.45am.
Mapleton
Mapleton RSL Sub Branch will hold a service at Mapleton Memorial Park, 2 Flaxton Drive Mapleton from 10.30am.