The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay begins on ANZAC Day 25th April, 2023 in Pozieres, France. It will then travel to London, England where it will continue its tour, and then throughout Australia. The torch will land in Albany, WA on 3 May before heading to Fremantle and Perth to start its journey to all 44 Legacy Clubs around Australia.
Arriving on Wednesday 14th June 2023(time to be advised), the Toowoomba leg will be 5.9 km long and will commence at Picnic Point, travelling to the Mother’s memorial, where a centenary Plaque will be unveiled, and then turn into Chalk Drive to meet up at Ruthven Street, then head South along Ruthven to Herries Street, finishing up at the steps to the Council Chambers for a lighting of a cauldron.
The Legacy Centenary Torch Relay 2023 is a 6-month campaign to pay homage and acknowledge veterans’ families, saluting their sacrifice. The torch will travel over 50,000 km, through 100 stops, carried by approximately 1,500 torch bearers and hoping to raise over $10 million.
Further details are available by contacting the Toowoomba Legacy Inc. Office on 07 4632 2352 (Tues/Wed/Fri – 0900 to 1300).
Or via our email toowoomba.legacy@bigpond.com Also on the national website via legacytorchrelay.com.au
Submitted By:
Legatee David B Melandri
Event Coordinator.
