In pictures: Gallipoli heroes honoured

Thousands attended the opening of a new memorial on the Gallipoli peninsula, western Turkey, in honour of soldiers from Australia and New Zealand who died fighting against the Ottoman Empire during the First World War, 85 years ago.

A dawn service at Anzac Cove in Gallipoli marked the 85th anniversary of the ill-fated campaign

Australian Prime Minister John Howard (left) attended the service, his New Zealand counterpart Helen Clark was also present

Groups of young Australians and New Zealanders made the journey to Gallipoli

In Sydney, Australian veterans took part in the traditional Anzac Day Parade

War widows in Sydney waved flags in remembrance

As the sun rose over the Mediterranean, the Gallipoli service came to an end and the crowds dispersed