Photograph copyright: DAVID McMAHON
Melbourne is a city of many moods and this photograph shows the deep symbolism of the Shrine of Remembrance and the collective consciousness of this city. When we first came to live here almost 20 years ago, crowds were dwindling at the dawn service on Anzac Day and there was debate over how long the tradition would last. But the historic pine needles in sharp focus here; and the Shrine with its columns in soft focus, are a powerful magnet.
Before dawn today, Melburnians defined reverence. How? With 35,000 people braving the cold to stand and honour those who died at Gallipoli 92 years ago. That's right, 35,000 people in the darkness, with only the light of the Eternal Flame. In complete and utter silence.
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