85th Bombing of Darwin Commemorative Service

In 2027, it will be 85 years since Australia faced an unprecedented foreign attack on home soil.

The Bombing of Darwin Day is a day to reflect on the past and to pay tribute to those servicemen, servicewomen and civilians who courageously defended our country; those who selflessly helped others; those that dealt with the aftermath, and of course, those who lost their lives.

The 19th of February 1942 marked the first of at least 64 air raids on the Top End of Australia, which continued for 18 months, until November 1943. In commemorating this day, they are also passing the story on to the next generation.

With great honour, City of Darwin presents the 85th Bombing of Darwin Commemorative Service and invites you to join them to remember and commemorate those who fought to defend the country.