At this morning’s ANZAC Day ceremony, Bellinger River RSL Sub Branch President, Major Rick Maunder (Ret’d), made special mention of the newly revitalised Bellingen War Memorial and the beautiful, dignified space it has become.
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In late 2016 Bellingen Shire Council was awarded $27,000 by the Department of Liquor and Gaming’s War Memorials Community Grant Program to improve the Bellingen War Memorial and create a suitable and dignified space.
Works completed include cleaning the cenotaph, repointing the granite blockwork, repainting the inscriptions, replacing the damaged concrete bollards and chains, adding lights, providing power, replacing the flagpole and installing interpretive signage.
The end result is a beautiful new space that provides an accessible, safe and contemplative place to sit. The interpretive signage incorporates a photo of the Junior Red Cross attending ANZAC day during the early 1940s and the narrative captures the War Memorial’s heritage enabling visitors and residents to understand its history and importance.
Mayor Dominic King said “This project demonstrates Bellingen’s ongoing commitment to honouring ex- service men and women and reminds us of the sacrifices made by many in our community.”
“On behalf of Council I would like to thank the many people who were involved in the revitalisation project, especially Rick Maunder and Susan Lumsdaine of the Bellinger River RSL Sub Branch for their enormous contribution and guidance.”
