Steve Georganas (Adelaide, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

Yesterday, on 18 August 2024, I was proud to attend a solemn and profound Vietnam Veterans Day service at the Torrens Parade Ground in my electorate of Adelaide. Yesterday marked the 58th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan. We collectively paused to remember the service and sacrifice of the 60,000 brave men and women who served in the Australian Defence Force during the Vietnam War, and of course their families. We also acknowledged the service of our Vietnamese veterans who served alongside Australians during the war, many of whom have made tremendous contributions to our local community after migrating to Australia following the war. I'd like to congratulate the South Australian veterans community, particularly Mr Ian Smith, who is the chair of the RSL state branch Anzac Day Committee for organising such a respectful, wonderful and well-attended event yesterday.

We also paused to remember the 523 Australians who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation during the Vietnam War. I was very privileged and honoured to lay a wreath on behalf of my electorate, so we can remember those great men and women who served in Vietnam.

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