Last week, The Wire brought the perspective of THREE Australian veterans towards the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, marking the end of World War II.

Last Friday, capital cities and regions marked the occasion with a solemn ceremony to remember those who couldn’t come back home. 

Image: Image: supplied/ Rebecca Graham

Produced By: Rebecca Graham

Featured In Story: Gareth McCray OAM – Event MC and Australian veteran, and Bob McArthur – Australian veteran

First aired on The Wire, Monday 18 August 2025