VETERANS across NSW will be honoured through traditional Anzac Day commemorative services as 2022 heralds the return of full-scale dawn services and marches, while two-up will be played over three days during the Anzac Day long weekend, and veterans, their families and friends will travel on any mode of public transport for free.

Commemorations across NSW will return to normal on 25 April for the first time in three years, while two-up will be allowed to be played at clubs and pubs across all three days of the Anzac Day long weekend for the first time.

Minister for Hospitality Kevin Anderson said this one-off special measure will allow patrons to play two-up not only on Anzac Day but on the two days before – Saturday 23 April and Sunday 24 April.

“This is a great way for people to come together to enjoy the Anzac spirit while paying respect to veterans past and present while also giving pubs and clubs a leg up as they continue to recover from a challenging few years,” Mr Anderson said.

“Pubs and Clubs play an important role on Anzac Day, providing a place for war veterans to gather, reminisce and share the Anzac spirit with their mates and families, this will give an added incentive for people to head to their local,” he said.

RSL NSW President Ray James welcomed the Government’s announcement.

“Anzac Day is a time for the NSW community to come together and pay tribute to all members and veterans of the Australian Defence Force who have followed in the Anzac’s footsteps – soldiers, sailors and air force personnel – for their service and sacrifice,” Mr James said.

“As the custodians of the ANZAC spirit, RSL NSW and the veteran volunteers in its Sub-Branches work tirelessly to ensure people honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women who have served their country in all conflicts,” he said.

For more information about Anzac Day visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/about-nsw/anzac-day-2022

Details of local Anzac Day commemorations will be published in coming editions of News Of The Area.