Opened on ANZAC day in 1923 is this High School...built by the town to honour the commitment made by the locals to World War 1. According to signage the town's memorial service for ANZAC day is held at the school each year. The school houses honour rolls for all of the twentieth century conflicts.   This school is stunning... The old building is just tasteful and fits the landscape of Hay. I wandered into the school area after hours to take photos... curiosity drew me closer to see if I could see into the hallways. Suddenly there was a man there asking me what I was doing. I was a bit embarrassed but just stuttered that I was taking photos of the beautiful building and thought I might be able to see a bit more if I looked through the windows.  Very kindly he invited me in. Initially I thought that this was a security guard for the school, because I was aware that school had ended for the term that day. He was very informative and it felt like I had a personal guide. I eventually worked up the courage to ask who he was and it turns out that the current Principal was showing me around. It was a very gracious gesture on his behalf which I greatly appreciated. The information is like a museum, but it's the whole experience of visiting a school that is clearly respectfully remembering our history that is what makes this a stand out. 

A really personalised and well researched display. What a mighty contribution from a small town to Australia’s WW1 contribution. So much to admire in these young men and their families, so sad and confronting to see what war does.