Anzac events cancelled

Canberra: Anzac Day commemorations in Gallipoli and France have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Australian Veterans Affairs Minister Darren Chester said the cancellations had been based on health advice.

‘‘The day will still be recognised in these countries, with locallybased officials holding private commemorations in honour of all those who have served our country in uniform, and those who died in service,’’ Chester said yesterday. — AAP