On Saturday 25 April, RAF Boulmer and Air Command and Control Force personnel joined the Royal Air Force Association (RAFA), veterans, dignitaries, and members of the local community to commemorate ANZAC Day at West Chevington Cemetery. The service was held to remember the airmen from Australia and New Zealand who died in the Second World War and are buried there.
During the ceremony, the national anthems of Australia and New Zealand were played and RAF Boulmer Padre, Reverend (Squadron Leader) Walker, led those present in prayer.
The Act of Remembrance concluded with a march-past of standard bearers, veterans, and air cadets during which the salute was taken by Air Commodore Richard Corney, OBE, the President of Newcastle & Gateshead Branch of RAFA.
Organised by the Newcastle & Gateshead Branch of the RAF Association, the event has been held for the past 15 years. Approximately 150 people attended the ceremony and music was kindly provided by the Backworth Colliery Band.
