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Australians across the globe rose before sunrise to mark the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, with tens of thousands gathering to honor those who served. From Turkey's shores to memorials across Australia, the solemn ceremonies showcased a nation united in remembrance and gratitude.
A violin carved from a chocolate box in the trenches of Gallipoli has inspired a Queensland teenager to travel to France and honor his great-great-great-uncle's wartime legacy. Isaiah Howell, 16, will deliver a eulogy at Ernest Pilcher's gravesite more than a century after the soldier's death.
Flying Officer Kbora Ali, rescued from a sinking refugee boat as a child, delivered the commemorative address at Australia's largest Anzac Day service. Her story of transformation from refugee to military aviator moved 35,000 attendees at the Australian War Memorial.
A twilight paddle through Auckland's harbor offers locals a fresh way to fall back in love with their waterfront. The intimate sea kayak experience turns the familiar City of Sails into something magical again.
A Turkish scuba instructor just spent more than 36 hours underwater in near-freezing temperatures, shattering the previous world record by six hours. Mazlum Kibar's incredible feat of endurance brings new pride to his country's diving community.
A groundbreaking program in Townsville combines weight training with meditation to help veterans rebuild their lives after service. Early results show promise for managing chronic pain and rediscovering purpose.
When Nehchal Singh discovered his great-grandfather's WWI medals in Melbourne, he uncovered a hidden chapter of Australian military history. Indian soldiers not only served as ANZACs despite racist laws, but left a lasting legacy on every uniform marched on ANZAC Day.