The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month attained a special significance in the post-war years.
The moment when hostilities ceased on the Western Front became universally associated with the remembrance of those who had died in the war. This first modern world conflict had brought about the mobilisation of over 70 million people and left between 9 and 13 million dead, perhaps as many as one-third of them with no known grave. The allied nations chose this day and time for the commemoration of their war dead.
After the end of the Second World War, the Australian and British governments changed the name to Remembrance Day. Armistice Day was no longer an appropriate title for a day which would commemorate all war dead.
In Australia on the 75th anniversary of the armistice in 1993, Remembrance Day ceremonies again became the focus of national attention. The remains of an unknown Australian soldier, exhumed from a First World War military cemetery in France, were ceremonially entombed in the Memorial’s Hall of Memory. Remembrance Day ceremonies were conducted simultaneously in towns and cities all over the country, culminating at the moment of burial at 11 am and coinciding with the traditional two minutes’ silence. This ceremony, which touched a chord across the Australian nation, re-established Remembrance Day as a significant day of commemoration. Four years later, in 1997, Governor-General Sir William Deane issued a proclamation formally declaring 11 November to be Remembrance Day, urging all Australians to observe one minute’s silence at 11 am on 11 November each year to remember those who died or suffered for Australia’s cause in all wars and armed conflicts.
Information sourced from: www.awm.gov.au/commemoration/remembrance/
10/11/2019 | simon
A career spanning decades that contributed to providing us with some of the state’s biggest infrastructure projects, Mango has a lot to be proud of! Gerald Murphy (Mango as we all know him) started his career with Main Roads in January 1972 as a draftsman in Roma and later in Bundaberg. In February 1985, he commenced as a Cadet Engineer studying part-time for the Metropolitan South division. In January of 1991 he was promoted to Project Engineer and Engineer’s Representative of the Metropolitan South division. From August 1997 onwards, he enjoyed roles all over Queensland as Manager and Director of large infrastructure projects. Forty years later, in 2012, Mango was appointed as the Project Director of the Moreton Bay Rail Link. With a change of Government, Transport and Main Roads became the delivery agent for all transport Infrastructure projects including rail. Mango was given the responsibility of delivering the Moreton Bay Rail Project. In June 2009, Mango received the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (T&L) Industry Award for individual recognition for contribution to the engineering industry. On Australia Day, 2017 Mango was awarded the Public Service Medal for outstanding service to Transport and Main Roads. The Public Service Medal is the highest recognition a public servant can receive for a life time of service to the people of Queensland. The team at Big Local thank Mango for his years of dedication and wish him a wonderful retirement!
08/11/2017 | simon
Roadworks are always a nuisance, however necessary. The good news is that the upgrade of Kinsellas Road West is around forty percent complete, with an expected completion date of February 2018, weather permitting. Lamington Road is planned to be extended to link up to Anzac Avenue to then join onto Capestone Boulevard. It is understood the design is currently with the Department of Transport, waiting for approval. The Mango Hill Progress Association requested that the connection be constructed prior to the upgrade of Kinsellas Road West, in order to provide an alternative exit from the Village and avoid the situation of a one-way traffic light control system which has increased local residents travel time significantly. Unfortunately, this did not come to fruition..
08/11/2017 | simon
Everyone is aware that scams can occur via computer, mail, in person and phone, but do you know where to report it? Scamwatch reports that in August 2017 Australians lost over $12 million with nearly 15000 reports. Scamwatch deals with scams such as unexpected money/winnings, fake charities, romance, buying and selling, extortion, jobs and identity theft. If you are a victim of any of these scams please report it on https://www.scamwatch.gov.au Common types of cybercrime include hacking, online scams and fraud, identity theft, attacks on computer systems and illegal or prohibited online content. If you are a victim of any of these please report it on the Australian Cybercrime Online Reporting Network (ACORN). https://www.acorn.gov.au If you suspect you may be a target of a scammer these websites also have a list of recent scams but the best advice is that if it feels wrong or too good to believe – then it probably is.
07/11/2017 | simon
Hello readers! Welcome to the November edition of North Lakes Now, where this month we shine the spotlight on Movember, the Australian founded charity addressing some of the biggest health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide. The Movember Foundation help to fund innovative health and medical research globally with the goal to reduce the number of men dying prematurely, 25% by 2030. Now in its’ 13th year, The Movember Foundation has funded more than 1,200 men’s health projects around the world and raised over $174 million worldwide, after spreading to South Africa and Europe and reaching North America in 2006.
November also marks the time of year for remembrance, and reflection of our fallen service men and women of all conflicts. Remembrance is not for two or three marked occasions of the year, but something many Australians hold close to their hearts every day.We will introduce you to a courageous local high school student, Chloe, who with the help of an amazing surgical team, has beaten the odds and has been given the opportunity to shine brightly in her life. Lastly, I would like to say congratulations to the Moreton Bay SES unit on winning their well-deserved award! We couldn’t be more proud and thankful for your tireless efforts in our Community!
Until next month!
By Josh Hood, Editor
07/11/2017 | simon
I would like to introduce myself. I am Josh Hood, Publisher and Editor. I am a local to the North Lakes / Mango Hill area since moving here with my family six years ago from Sydney, where I grew up. A Queenslander at heart (go the Mighty Maroons!), I have previously resided in Cairns for six years which I feel in total, gives me Queenslander status! After moving here in 2011, I established what is now known as North Lakes Web Design. Since then we have built and now have over sixty business websites under management, mostly businesses in the local area. Dissatisfied with available marketing options for my clients, and driven by a passion for community, I established Big Local in 2014. Three years later, we have five community websites for major Moreton Bay suburbs and a following of over 20,000 on various social media platforms. In my spare time, I contribute to the community as an active member of the Mango Hill Progress Association and Kallangur Business Association. North Lakes Now Magazine is an obvious extension of our marketing business and a very exciting addition for Big Local. This new monthly is a take home publication which can be picked up at most businesses in our distribution areas North Lakes, Mango Hill and Rothwell. I sincerely hope you all enjoy reading what we have enjoyed putting together.
By Josh Hood, Editor
18/07/2017 | simon
