'Absolutely disgusting': Anzac tributes destroyed at Queensland war memorial
Residents of a Queensland town have been left disgusted by “wanton destruction” of a war memorial just days after Anzac Day.
Mary Valley RSL Sub Branch Incorporated, based in the Gympie Region, shared photos of destroyed mementos that were left in tribute at the Imbil War Memorial.
The memorial was erected to commemorate the service of Mary Valley men and women who died in service during World War II.
“The Mary Valley RSL Sub Branch and community members went to a lot of effort to commemorate Anzac Day,” the RSL wrote on Facebook.
“Families, schools and community groups expressed their love and memories by the laying of wreaths.
“To find the wreaths smashed beyond recognition and strewn throughout the park and into the public toilets is most distressing.”
The RSL added “it shows there is no respect or thought” for those “who gave their all for what we enjoy today”.
While the RSL didn’t name anyone responsible it believes the vandals could have been local kids. They added they had been targeted before, and as a result had installed security cameras that may have captured the vandals.
A number of residents were furious on hearing the news.
“No respect,” one woman wrote online.
“Hope you find the people who did this. Disgraceful.”
Others added it made them feel sick, while others called the destruction of the wreaths “senseless”.
“This is absolutely disgusting, no respect at all,” another woman added.
Queensland Police told Yahoo News Australia the incident had not been reported to authorities.
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