A tribute to light horse heroes

He was followed by the members of the Barmah and Nathalia fire brigades, ex-service men and community members.

They were followed by members of the Indi Light Horse, dressed in traditional uniforms, and Max Ryder with his cart led by his two horses, accompanied by two women dressed as World War I nurses.

Members of the Barmah Muster and Nathalia pony club also took part in the march.

Julie and George Pridmore and their horses Rey and Milo displayed horse rugs made entirely of knitted poppies — made by some of the women of the community, representing all animals who served in war.

Ewen McLean addressed the crowd, speaking on how the Indi Light Horse ride to remember all the light horse men and their horses who served in so many battles through all the wars.

Mr McLean also talked about his horse Nigel, who is 27 and is being retired, with the Barham event his last parade.

He recited the poem The Last Parade by Banjo Patterson. A very moving poem about the 160,000 left behind after World War I, who never came home after serving faithfully.