Indigenous war veterans have been honoured at a ceremony at Melbourne's Shrine of Remembrance.
The ninth annual Victorian Indigenous Remembrance Service was held as part of National Reconciliation Week.
Victorian Aboriginal Affairs Minister Tim Bull was among dignitaries who laid a wreath for the service in honour of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander veterans who have served Australia in conflict going back as far as the Boer War, which ended in 1902.
"It is fitting that the Indigenous Remembrance Service is held during National Reconciliation Week because by acknowledging the contribution of Aboriginal people we build a stronger community by breaking down stereotypes and discrimination," Mr Bull said.
"Aboriginal men and women proudly served this country long before they were fully recognised as citizens after the 1967 referendum.
"As a community it is important to recognise those who were lost to war and give thanks for their selfless service in defence of the freedom we enjoy today. The sacrifice made by their family and friends whose lives were diminished by their loss is also remembered."
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