THE 11am Friday ANZAC day service at Moyhu was particularly poignant and well-attended, with more than 150 people present to reflect on those who served.

"Its getting bigger every year," local volunteer and co-organiser Gaye Newton said.

Ms Newton said each year they share the story of a veteran from the North East.

This year, it was Terrance Renshaw.

In her speech she said Sapper Renshaw grew up in Wangaratta, where he was in the process of completing his apprenticeship before he was conscripted into RAE (Royal Australian Engineers).

She said after serving 144 days with his unit, Sapper Renshaw was tragically killed protecting his comrades from an active mine.

“Terrance’s brave and heroic actions had saved the lives of his mates,” she said.

“Both had been injured but survived.”

Ms Newton said she loves learning about the lives of local heroes and continuing their legacy through telling their story.

“[It's] so people can become involved in a veteran’s service, life and their sacrifice,” she said.

Ex-serviceman Craig Thorp also spoke at the service, bringing attention to the selfless spirit of the ANZAC.

“The spirit has and continues to be on display in our community,” he said.

“There are many within our community, young and old, that have and continue to battle the scars of service.”