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Commonwealth conference

Winnipeg is hosting a conference of the Royal Commonwealth Society this weekend. The events kicked off last night (Thursday, May 28, 2015) with a reception at Manitoba’s Government House, hosted by the Lt. Governor. Here are some photos from the event last night.

: Government House – the residence of the Lt. Gov.

: Members and guests of the Royal Commonwealth Society were in attendance, including members of the DUCW.

: His Honour Philip S. Lee, Lt. Gov. of Manitoba.

: Murray Burt, President of the Manitoba Branch of the Commonwealth Society, and active member of the DUCW .

: The buffet dinner was enjoyed by all.

: DUCW members Jenny Gates, Gordon Keatch and Liz Hydesmith congratulate His Honour Philip S. Lee at one of his final formal functions at Government House.

(photos by Brian Hydesmith)

ANZAC 100 photos

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Our ANZAC Day centenary event on Saturday, April 25th, 2015 was both well attended and well received. Here are some photos from the day.

: The main part of the room for the ceremony

: DUCW President Peter Munn

: DUCW members Ian Bowering (seated) and Liz Hydesmith (right).

: His Honour, Manitoba’s Lt. Gov. Philip Lee

: Representing the Australian Navy, Lieutenant Andrew Serchen stands at attention.

: Lt. Gov. Phillip Lee

: Minister Deanne Crothers

: Colonel Eric Charron, 2nd Air Division

: Lt. Col. Andrews and Chief Warrant Officer Harry, from 435 Squadron, 17 Wing

: RCMP Chief Superintendant Scott Kolody, Col. Charron and Lt. Col Andrews

: Our parade marshall Gordon Keatch

: Our bugler, Petty Officer, 2nd Class, James McKee, Royal Canadian Navy Reserve

: Our bugler, Petty Officer, 2nd Class, James McKee, Royal Canadian Navy Reserve

: Our bugler, Petty Officer, 2nd Class, James McKee, Royal Canadian Navy Reserve

: Turkish Counsellor Hakan Cengiz lays a wreath at the cenotaph.

: Anzac Day event coordinator Liz Hydesmith led the placing of poppies.

: Panelists Dr. Jim Ferguson, Warren Otto, Chris Young and Capt. Emmanuel Goffi

: Counsellor Hakan Cengiz, representing the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey

: Counsellor Hakan Cengiz, representing the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey

Anzac Day centenary commemoration – thank you!

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More than 200 people attended our largest ever commemoration of Anzac Day on its centenary yesterday. The Down Under Club of Winnipeg would like to thank all those who attended and contributed to the success of our event.

Many dignitaries, cadets, veterans, club members and interested people from the community participated in a ceremony, followed by an afternoon tea and panel presentation by four speakers on the topic of Lest We Forget Our First World War Mates.

We will share further details on yesterday’s Anzac event on this site.

Classic 107

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Classic 107.1 Anzac Day Centenary broadcast

The Winnipeg Classical music station FM 107.1 is featuring a selection of music on their broadcast for April 25th, 2015, on Anzac Day.

For those unable to attend our ceremony, this is a great way to remember the day in a classical way.

Host Michael Wolch will broadcast the special program on FM 107.1 between 2 – 3 PM, local time in Winnipeg. Tune in via the web (at www.classic107.com).

(If you are listening Down Under, the broadcast time is for early risers on Sunday, April 26th 5 AM – 6 AM Eastern Standard Time in Sydney, Australia, and 7 AM – 8 AM in Wellington, New Zealand.)

We are delighted to have this special day recognized by this local broadcaster.

http://classic107.com/news/481-music-for-100th-anniversary-of-anzac-day-on-the-wide-world-of-classical-music

Fun and Games on Saturday night

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Come and join us at the Scandinavian Centre (764 Erin) THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, March 14, at 7:00 pm, as we enjoy a games night, each other’s company, and get updated on all our plans for Anzac Day.

Want to get involved with our Anzac Day Commemorative trueviagraonline.com Event? Come along on Saturday and hear all about it. And stay tuned for more details about the event – see the a flyer in the March Yarn, and watch regular emails coming your way.

See you on Saturday. [photo by Brian Hydesmith]