

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Last Post Service: National Day for War Animals
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 06:45 am – Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 07:15 am
- **Event Description**: ? Paws and reflect in recognition of the National Day for War Animals, this special Last Post service will pay tribute to the remarkable deeds and sacrifices of animals in times of war.

?? Throughout history, animals have served as indispensable assets in various roles, including transport, messengers, protectors, mascots, support animals, and cherished pets. Their vital contributions have left an indelible mark on every conflict involving Australians.

A variety of service animals and their handlers will be in attendance, and the service will conclude with the release of homing pigeons.

Join us with your (leashed) fur friends to honour the contribution of war animals who have given their loyalty and their lives.

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https://www.shrine.org.au/war-animal-last-post-service

Prior to the Last Post Service, a theatrical performance telling the story of Sandy, the only Australian war horse to return home from the First World War. 

Learn more about this performance here: 
https://www.shrine.org.au/told-boys-who-fed-me-apples
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- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 569

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029527625329?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=melbourne-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Melbourne
- **state**: VI
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Shrine of Remembrance
- **lat**: -37.83063275723
- **long**: 144.97352600098
- **full address**: Shrine of Remembrance, Royal Botanical Gardens, SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE RESERVE, St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia, Melbourne

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Shrine of Remembrance (https://allevents.in/org/shrine-of-remembrance/7364769)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 22 Feb, 2026 at 06:45 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Shrine of Remembrance, Royal Botanical Gardens, SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE RESERVE, St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia, Melbourne
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Shrine of Remembrance
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Last Post Service: National Day for War Animals ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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