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ANZAC Day commemorations&nbsp;held in Augusta and Margaret River drew large crowds to dawn and morning services in remembrance of the lives of servicemen and women lost during war.&nbsp;

Margaret River Anzac Day ceremonies had local cadets helping out.
Photos: James Bunting

The Augusta dawn service was presided over by Brian Neale of the Augusta Karridale RSL.
Photos: James Bunting

Attendees braved the rainy weather to pay their respects in Augusta. 
Photos: James Bunting

Dawn service attendees enjoyed the traditional gunfire breakfast at Augusta. 
Photos: James Bunting

Visitors pay their respects at the Augusta war memorial.
Photos: James Bunting

Wreaths were laid at the Augusta war memorial to remember fallen soldiers. 
Photos: James Bunting

Augusta dawn service attendees were up early to remember fallen soldiers.
Photos: James Bunting

Margaret River police cordoned off a section of Bussell Highway and led the march safely through town. 
Photos: James Bunting

The march through Margaret River drew big crowds to Bussell Highway.
Photos: James Bunting

The Margaret River Anzac march was proudly led by the Busselton brass band.
Photos: James Bunting

Returned servicemen and women and their families marched in the Margaret River parade.
Photos: James Bunting

Returned soldier Dan Kozyrski led the parade carrying the Australian flag.
Photos: James Bunting

St John Ambulance officers and volunteers marched through Margaret River on Monday.
Photos: James Bunting

Representatives of the 10th Light Horse Regiment rode into town on horseback.
Photos: James Bunting

Dan Kozyrski held the large audience captive with his emotionally charged speech. 
Photos: James Bunting

Mr Kozyrski spoke of his experiences serving in Afghanistan and the effects of war on returning soldiers.
Photos: James Bunting

Busselton brass band members accompanied the national anthems of Australia and New Zealand.
Photos: James Bunting

Pastor Jack Hough of Surfside Church led the service attendees in prayer. 
Photos: James Bunting

Local schoolchildren laid wreaths at the Margaret River war memorial.
Photos: James Bunting

Young cadets were on flag duty during the Margaret River Anzac Day ceremonies.
Photos: James Bunting

Bussell Highway was packed with families young and old for the Anzac Day commemorations. 
Photos: James Bunting

Community members also laid wreaths on behalf of local businesses and organisations. 
Photos: James Bunting

Scouts and schoolchildren were called to lay wreaths at the Margaret River war memorial during the ceremony. 
Photos: James Bunting

AMR Shire President Ian Earl and the Hon. Barry House MLC were in attendance at the Anzac ceremony. 
Photos: James Bunting

Singer Kiera Smirke sang the Australian anthem for the Margaret River crowds.
Photos: James Bunting

The Last Post was an emotional moment for many in attendance on Anzac Day. 
Photos: James Bunting

Margaret River RSL's Keith Simmonds was master of the Anzac Day ceremony on Monday. 
Photos: James Bunting

Busselton brass band members enjoyed a laugh along Margaret River's main street.
Photos: James Bunting

The first lodges opened in 1992, built using handmade mud bricks, made onsite. Picture supplied. 

'Every brick, every tree planted, and every guest welcomed has been a part of our shared vision for sustainable tourism.'

Decades of eco-dedication

In recognition of his outstanding achievements, Levi was honoured as the Busselton Freight Rising Sports Star December winner.

In a remarkable display of talent and determination, local athlete Levi Amiss has been gaining attention in the world of para athletics.

Busselton track athlete's star is on the rise

The Leeuwin Naturaliste Junior Soccer Association has launched the Jillaroos Female Only Junior Soccer Tournament in the wake of the increased popularity of the sport with women and girls thanks in part to the success of the Matildas. 

The Jillaroos Female Only Junior Soccer Tournament will be rolled out across the region this winter season by the Leeuwin Naturaliste Junior Soccer Association.

Soccer association announces girls-only junior comp

Farmer Greg Norton explaining his composting system at his property last week. Pictures supplied. 

Geographe farmers gathered at Greg Norton's farm last week to learn from his years of experience with compost and soil health.

Expert advice for farmers

A removal program currently underway near James Richardson Park, adjacent to the Vasse Estuary, is expected to remove around 64 tonnes of sediment from the banks of the estuary channel.

Work underway to remove Vasse Estuary sediment

World Surf League surfers joined Nature Conservation and local community members to work on dune restoration projects as part of the WSL One Ocean program. Picture via WSL. 

The world's top surfers have teamed up with Nature Conservation Margaret River Region and a swag of other local groups to care for the coast and protect the region's beautiful beaches.

Dune project gets Pro boost as surfers get to work

Margaret River and Augusta 2016 Anzac Day draw crowds to towns

Anzac Day Gallery: Margaret River a...

Augusta and Margaret River RSL branches held services attended by large crowds on Anzac Day.

Margaret River and Augusta 2016 Anzac Day draw crowds to towns

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