Lucas Schembri performs the Last Post, bringing a solemn moment to the Lightning Ridge Anzac Day service. Photo: Rata Jackson Story: Rata Jackson At just 27, Lightning Ridge Central School’s music teacher Lucas Schembri helped coordinate one of the town’s most significant annual events — the Anzac Day Dawn Service — but insists the focus remains firmly on those who served. “I wouldn’t try to give me such a massive title regarding coordinating the service,” Mr Schembri said. “

St Patrick’s Primary School were well represented at the Brewarrina Anzac Day Service. Photo: Clement Bausiere, Brewarrina Shire Council Story: Kristin Murdock The citizens of Brewarrina turned out in force for Anzac Day this year, with bigger crowds, more families and a strong showing from local school children giving the day a renewed sense of momentum. Deputy Mayor of Brewarrina Shire, Vivian Slack-Smith said the shift was noticeable, particularly at the Dawn Service. “It