Locals in the Central Coast community may soon make their daily commutes onboard a new CDC NSW commemorative “Anzac Spirit” bus that pays tribute to Australians who currently serve and have served in the Australian Defence Forces.
The “Anzac Spirit” bus is set to travel around the Central Coast featuring a custom exterior wrap design that include silhouettes of Australian diggers, poppies, an Australian sunrise, and the words “Lest We Forget” prominently displayed.
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“CDC NSW is honoured to commemorate the courage and sacrifice of our Australian veterans and active military members through these special ‘Anzac Spirit’ bus designs,” CDC NSW CEO David Mead says.
“Our staff worked closely with our design team to create these meaningful bus wraps, and CDC NSW has proudly funded these commemorative designs as our way of paying tribute to those who have sacrificed so much for our country.”
“CDC NSW employs many veterans across New South Wales, and this initiative is also our way of recognising staff members and thanking them for their service.
“Excitedly, these buses will also be used to transport veterans and their families to and from Anzac Day events on the Central Coast and across Sydney, Queanbeyan and the Hunter Valley.”
This initiative began with a request from CDC NSW staff members who wanted to honour their colleagues who had served, as well as pay respect to all Anzacs.
Two buses were unveiled in the Hunter Valley and Sydney last year, now growing to include four buses in total, also servicing Queanbeyan and the Central Coast community.
The buses will remain in operation for one month following Anzac Day as traveling memorials.
“As a veteran, this bus holds deep significance for me, and I know it will have a meaningful impact on the veterans throughout our community,” a CDC NSW bus driver and veteran says.
“We’re excited to showcase this special bus to the public and connect with our fellow ex-serviceman through this initiative.”
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