General News
9 May, 2025
New focus on Cenotaph
A MAJOR upgrade of the Mossman Cenotaph was completed just in time for the ANZAC Day service on April 25.
The RSL has described the $150,000 upgrade as a “tremendous” improvement ahead of the ANZAC Day service.
The revered Front Street site now has a larger paved area, a stone wall circling the monument, new lighting and landscaping.
Mossman RSL Sub-Branch president John Grime said he was pleased with the upgrade.
“It looks tremendous, not just the paving, but the landscaping to the left and right of it really blends in and draws people’s focus to it (the Cenotaph),” he said.
“I know there is some floor-mounted lights that shine up at both the flagpole and the memorial itself.
“To me it’s a reflection of what’s gone on over at least the last 20 years where the council and RSL have worked together on projects. We are very grateful to the council to committing to this.”
Douglas Shire Mayor Lisa Scomazzon said the upgrade was important given the community support for ANZAC Day.
“We have a large crowd attend the dawn service in Mossman each year. The new layout is more inclusive and a more fitting environment to honour those who have served our country,” she said.
“(The) council was pleased to work with the Mossman RSL Sub-Branch in upgrading the site, with a hope it will be enjoyed for years to come.”
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