Currently working in Darwin as an engineering commander with the Australian Navy, Mr Wagemaker said commemorating Anzac Day in his new home was very special.

"We are in the process of moving to the area and I will be splitting my time between my work in Darwin and living here for the rest of 2019," Mr Wagemaker said.

"We have lots of ex-Navy friends in the region and we are delighted to be moving here."

Currently a class life-cycle engineer with the Australian Navy, Mr Wagemaker said it is his job to make sure Australia's patrol boats are always running effectively and efficiently.

"Our Navy ships have a life-cycle of 20-30 years and my role is to ensure we are getting the most out of our boats," he said.

"At any one time we have seven boats out patrolling our waters ensuring our boarders remain safe."

He said the patrol boats have a number of roles to play when it comes to protecting Australia and its border.

"The boats we maintain have a number of key roles in the region including protecting Australia's economic interests and stopping the import of illegal drugs and people smuggling.

"But they also help local fishermen and boats who get in trouble and that is one of their lesser known roles."

Mr Wagemaker also said that the coming together of communities for days like Anzac Day is so important.

"Anzac Day is a time to remember the sacrifice of soldiers who went to war to protect our country.

"It is fantastic to see so many people come to commemoration services and it is refreshing to see so many children coming to remember our past."

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