Commemorating ANZAC Day

It is a day that provides us all a chance to remember, reflect and acknowledge those who have served for our country and in particular the contributions of those in our team who are returned service personnel. We are privileged to have so many within our team who have sacrificed so much.

We are also incredibly honored to collaborate directly with clients in the defense industry, where our collective efforts serve to enhance communities across Australia and New Zealand.

For Trevor Garnett, Director – Program Service Delivery in our Security and Technology Solutions team, ANZAC Day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by his family in both World Wars.

“For me, ANZAC Day is a chance to remember and acknowledge those who have served to protect our freedoms and way of life. To celebrate their courage, endurance, mateship and sacrifice.

“In particular, I remember the service of my Dad in the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) during WWII where he served as a pilot with Bomber Command and Special Operations Command.

“He was a recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross military medal. During times of service, he flew four engine bombers on various missions and conducted supply drops and agent insertion. It took an enormous amount of courage and would often see his aircraft coming home with Flak damage. I can only imagine what must have gone through the crews’ minds during such flight’s night after night. ANZAC Day provides an opportunity to reflect and give thanks.”

Our Commitment to Supporting Veterans and their Families

SYSTRA ANZ is proud to be a Pledge Partner of Soldier On Australia. Soldier On is a not-for-profit organisation delivering holistic support services that enable current and former Australian Defence Force personnel, and their families, to lead meaningful civilian lives. Only last month, the SYSTRA ANZ raised over $9,000 as part of Soldier On’s March On initiative with all funds going directly to the services helping to prevent veteran suicide.

You can help us support March On by clicking here.

In addition to our support for Soldier On, all of our ADF reservist employees have access to leave to undertake service.