ANZAC Services Along and Around the Trail – Saturday, 25th April 2026
- Wednesday Apr 8 2026
As we pause to remember the sacrifices of our men and women in uniform, the Otago Central Rail Trail communities will be hosting a series of ANZAC services in 2026. Whether you’re cycling the Trail or visiting the region, we invite you to join these meaningful commemorations.
Middlemarch
Civic Service – Middlemarch (Mosgiel Memorial RSA)
Time: 11:00am
Ophir
ANZAC Day Memorial – Ophir Hall
Time: 9:00am
Details: The day will begin with a march from Pitches Store to the hall, followed by the remembrance service.
Alexandra
Wreath Laying Service – Alexandra War Memorial, Tarbert Street
Time: 10:30am
March: Assemble at the corner of Limerick and Tarbert Street by 10:15am if marching. The parade will proceed along Tarbert Street to the Memorial.
Note: Those attending but not marching are asked to assemble at the War Memorial by 10:15am.
Clyde
Dawn Service – Clyde Dam Lookout on Sunderland Street
Time: 6:45am
Transport: Bus departs from Alexandra District Club at 6:15am
Note: Location change from usual Clyde lookout due to infrastructure construction.
Wreath Laying Service – Clyde Dam Lookout on Sunderland StreetTime: 6:45am
Transport: Bus departs from Alexandra District Club at 6:15am
Omakau
ANZAC Service – Ophir Hall (coinciding with 100-year celebrations of the hall)
Time: 10:00am
Maniototo Services
Ranfurly Dawn Service – Ranfurly Cenotaph
Time: 6:30am
Oturehua Wreath Laying Service – Oturehua Town Hall
Time: 10:00am
Sources:
https://www.rsa.org.nz/news-and-stories/find-an-anzac-day-service